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Plastic pipe can move slowly in hangers. This is due to temperature changes that have an effect on the expansion and contraction of the pipe. This mechanism is commonly called which of the below?
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a steep volt-amp curve. It is well suited for SMAW and GTAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What tool is in the picture below?
Convert 45 Dekameters to Decimeters. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
After installing an instrument air piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. The piping specs require that no moisture be left in the system after testing. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for pressure?
"Provides requirements for design, fabrication, installation and inspection of steam heating, hot water heating, hot water supply boilers, and potable water heaters intended for low pressure service that are directly fired by oil, gas, electricity, coal or other solid or liquid fuels." This is the best description of which of the ASME sections below?
"This gas irritates sensitive skin and mucous membranes. It is non-flammable, has an unpleasant odour, and is colourless." This statement best describes which of the following gases?
When using a long tape, one extra consideration must be taken into account over a short tape. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
Fabricators and designers have been using the various lines to convey information in their drawings, which is called the "alphabet of lines". Which of the terms below best describes the line labeled "G" in the picture provided?
To cut a piece of structural steel with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
(se)The connections used for welding cables must be tight. If an undersized lug is used, which of the following might occur with a high current load? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
One of the four classifications of fusion welding low alloy steel oxy fuel gas welding rods is R60. What do the two numbers represent in this classification? Choose the best answer from the options below.
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
There are generally considered to be four types of welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Of the options below, which one relies on the memory of the plastic tube to contract to its original size after the fitting is inserted?
"When two or more substances are combined and each retain their own chemical identity." Choose the term below that best reflects this statement.
Which type of flange is machines with a flat face to help facilitate frequent cleaning or inspection?
(wf)After the fillet weld is complete, the weld profile looks like the green section of the picture below. Which of the terms below best describes this profile?
A holding tank is 43 feet in diameter. How many feet of welding will it take to seal the lid on the top? Choose the best answers from those provided below.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "A"?
"The temperature at which a metal changes state from solid to liquid at atmospheric pressure." Is the best description for which of the terms below?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
You are asked to cut a mark on a 50mm piece of pipe with a 5" grinder. Which of the tools below would be the best to secure the pipe for cutting?
(wf)In during a welded joint, the input of heat must be controlled. Which of the issues could result in a weld where the heat input was not controlled well? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
"This type of cutting machine is perfect for busy shops. When the machine is loaded, and starts to cut the material, it allows the operator to do other tasks while the machine is cutting." This statement best describes which of the following metal cutters
On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
"A substance used to promote fusion that is applied to surfaces to be joined to keep them free from oxide and promote their union." This is the best definition of which of the soldering terms below?
A support that is floor mounted by welding or by anchors, is commonly called which of the following?
(wf)Dimensional defects would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a dimensional defect.
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.
(se)All electrical conductors resist the flow of current to some degree. Which of the terms below is used to measure this resistance? From the answers below select the one best applies.
The classification of fire extinguishers depends on the type of fire they can fight effectively. Which fire extinguisher type is denoted by the picture below?
"This operation of this type of chuck is with an external collar that you hand turn." This statement best describes which of the chucks below?
The isometric below has an abundance of information contained within it. The amount of 4 inch A106-B sch 40 piping that is required for this drawing is best represented by which of the answers below?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for a small volume?
The volume of all solids and liquids changes as the temperature of the substance rises and falls. Choose the best answer that represents the change in volume when water transforms to ice.
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
All of the following statements regarding an oxygen cylinders are true, except one. Choose the answer that does not belong.
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
The type of oxy-fuel cutting torch that has a cutting tip which is supplied with mixed pre-heat gases are typically called which of the names below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Orthographic and isometric directional arrows have few similarities. From the options provided below, choose the best answer that represents one of those similarities.
On the QC paperwork for the hydrotest that you have up and holding requires gauge pressures. The gauges are holding steady at 245 kPa(a). Which of the answers below best represents the pressure that the QC requires?
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a ¼":1' reduced scale to it, what is the print length of the workpiece if it measures 12' on the bench? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
The classification of fire extinguishers depends on the type of fire they can fight effectively. Which fire extinguisher type is denoted by the picture below?
The first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.
"When looking at this type of drawing, the views most commonly seen are right side, top and front." Which of the terms below is best described by this statement?
Position designations for groove and fillet test welds include numbers and letters. The number dictates a particular position, while the letter dictates a particular position. Choose the best combination of letters and numbers below to identify the weld position and type shown in the picture below.
Looking at the following terms, choose the best answer that is not associated with a characteristic of a gas.
To avoid electrical shock there are several steps that can be taken. Of the answers below, choose the one that does not apply.
"In the center of a flange there is a tall hub with a bevelled end suitable for welding." This is a description of which type of flange?
(wf)Rapid solidification, low amperage, and incomplete perheat are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
One side of a support is 372 mm, the other side is 739 mm. What is the smallest area that this support can be used? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
Which of the welding processes below would welding goggles be worn?
Of the benders below, which will allow kinking in soft tubing?
Calculate the density of 5 m³ of copper that weighs 3879 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
With regard to fitting a threaded joint, the length of the threads that is engaged inside the fitting is called by which of these terms?
(se)If you wanted a narrower bead, that has deeper penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the options below.
What tool is in the picture below?
The safe working pressure of acetylene is 15 psi. As the temperature of the gas increases, this pressure will change. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to explain what this change will be.
What tool is pictured below?
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
One of the components in a oxyacetylene outfit is required to deliver a pressure that is consistent despite source pressure fluctuations. Which of the following components best fits this function?
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided below.
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
Typical hanger spacing for 150 mm stainless steel pipe is 5.5 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 46 m horizontal run?
A forged fitting threaded type with a classification of 3000 would have which schedule number of the following?
When balancing pressures with an oxyacetylene torch, good rule of thumb to calculate "blow away" is _________ per tip size. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
After installing an utility water piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
Which forged steel fitting classification does not have a schedule number?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
Lift, swing, and non slam are all variations of which type of valve?
"This tooth count hacksaw blade is generally recommended for most uses". Which of the following blades fit that description?
A 10 meter piece of brass pipe that has an operating temperature of 85°C and pressure of 34 kPa/m². This line was originally installed At -15°C, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
While fitting a joint you are made aware that there is no wall thickness stamped on the fitting you are going to use. The proper course of action would be?
Commonly in oblique drawings, there is a 50% reduction in depth to add realism to the object. Which of the terms below best describes this practice?
What tool is pictured below?
Which of the filler metals would be most commonly used when brazing copper or copper alloys? Choose the best answer from the following filler metals.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
When the work that is being performed is not dependent on the pressure delivered from the cylinder being used, which style of regulator would most commonly used?
You find a workpiece that you are trying to drill a hole in too tough to position under a sensitive or upright drill press. Which of the following answers best solves this problem?
What type of punch is pictured below?
In a carbonizing oxyacetylene flame, the length of the feather indicates which of the conditions below? Choose the best answer from the following.
Class 6050 is a classification of which fitting type?
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers below.
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "C"?
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?