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The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
"This layout tool consists of a calibrated protractor, X-shaped frame, and a triple jointed marking arm and holder. This allows for marking of steel or pipe." Of the answers below, choose the one is best defined by this statement.
100°C is the approximate melting temperature of a fusible plug equipped on an acetylene bottle. Of the reasons below, choose the best reason explaining the purpose of these plugs.
Of the options below, which one requires both ends of the plastic pipe to be perfectly square?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded ball valve?
"Used to keep a piping line level, or to assure that the proper amount of grade is uniform where needed." This is the best description of which of the following items.
Use the answers below to answer the following question. "To aid in the removal of trapped sediment and small debris, a valve should be closed in which manner?
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
Two pieces of eye protection should be used together when grinding or chipping. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
Calculate the mass of 2.75 m³ of stainless steel that weighs 3790 kg/m³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The pressure exerted by a column of Hg 9" high would be which of the following answers? Choose the best answer that applies from the ones below
The orientation of a vertical line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
When marking the cut on a 250mm (10") diameter pipe, what tool should be used to be assured that the mark is the same measurement all the way around the pipe?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
A tight seal to the face is required by all respirators. This is a critical element in which of the following type(s) of respirator? Of the options below, choose the best answer.
Socket weld fittings are commonly used on joints that are what size?
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(wf)Almost all electrode rods are kept in a container to protect them from the elements. Which of the following weld defects would this be the best form of protection from?
Soapstone is commonly available in three grades. Which grade would be best served for marking out steel? Choose your answer from the options below.
"In this type of welding, the filler metal is liquid above 425°C, and deposited in the joint by other than capillary attraction." This statement best describes which of the weld methods 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?
(se)The distance from the molten pool of the weld to the end of the electrodes core wire is called the arc length. A distance that is ________ of the diameter of the electrodes core wire is considered normal. Choose from the following options the best answer to fill the blank.
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
Complete the following sentence with the options below. "This Section covers general descriptions, terminology and operation guidelines applicable to steel and cast iron boilers limited to the operating ranges of ASME _______."
Piping that you have to be order for a job needs to be absolutely devoid of any surface contamination. Which of the following finishes will you ask to have put on your piping?
There a a number of steps in the proper fabrication of a Bell-end joint. Choose the answer below that reflects that number the best.
There are some specific weld faults that can occur with a fillet weld. Which of these faults is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Of the many views that a drawing may have, an isometric drawing will show only three views or faces. Which of the following answers is not one of them?
Which of the following supports has a hardened steel cup set screw?
(se)"Metal deposition rate is the weight of material deposited by arc welding in a unit of time. For this rate to increase, which of the options below would be best suited?
"The standard filler is normally sufficient for applications up to 900º F. Other soft fillers are available for higher temperatures or special applications. The choice of the metal used for the jacketed part of the fitting would depend upon the corrosive conditions being encountered." This is the best description of which of the following fittings?
In the WHMIS system, "Other poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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?
"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
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
"Fusion welding with an oxidizing flame on this type of material will cause welds that are porous, oxidized, and brittle." This statement best describes which of the metals below?
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
What type of bar is pictured below?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "D"?
What tool is pictured below?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
A lube oil piping header has a slope of 2.5% for a 13500 mm run. What is the total drop of the line in meters? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which parts of an ASPT or NPT are flattened slightly?
Calculate the density of 5 m³ of copper that weighs 3879 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided 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 energy?
A square groove double weld commonly has a maximum material thickness of ________. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
These types of portable fire extinguishers are very heavy, have a conical nozzle, and are commonly bright red. Choose the best answer from the selection 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 temperature at which a metal changes state from solid to liquid at atmospheric pressure." Is the best description for which of the terms below?
Class 6000 fittings are commonly made from which material?
There are some specific weld faults that can occur with a fillet weld. Which of these faults is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
In a piping system fittings can be used in a variety of situations, one of those is:
"Before heating, the plastic pipe and fittings can be assembled." This statement best describes which of the following?
"This term denotes a type of steel that, to enhance mechanical properties has undergone alloying using different elements." which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups below?
For material that is ⅜" to 1" thick, the most common type of joint preparation would be which of the following. Choose the best answer that applies
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance being chemically joined in fixed proportions of two or more different types of atoms.
(se)The melting of the electrode and/or the base metal comes from the strength of the electrical current passing through them. Of the answers below, which term best describes the strength of the current?
(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.
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?
What tool is pictured below?
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.
A compound commonly used in oxy-fuel operations is derived from a combination of water and calcium carbide. Which of the chemical symbols below best represents this hydrocarbon gas?
"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?
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "D".
Before working on a task, you notice that a trench with vertical rebar ends is directly under the work location. Harnesses and anchor points are provided at the task location by the employer, which you are instructed to use. The piece of legislation that best covers the action of the employer is which of the below?
There are 4 principal parts to the head of a hammer. Of these 4 parts, there are only two that are opposite of each other, what are they called? Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the answers below best describes the units for relative density?
There is a mutual attraction that causes unlike molecules them to cling to each another. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
A threaded fitting you are trying to reclaim has been cross threaded. Which of the items below would be best to attempt to salvage the fitting?
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
When selecting a flux, what is the most important consideration to be made?
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.
In accordance to the specifications set out by AWS, which of the following symbols would be placed on a package of silver filler metals? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The material that is blown away by the oxygen stream while oxy-fuel cutting is called which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
For horizontal soldered joints, it is a good practice to apply the solder at which location?
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, volume and shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
"Has a gasket surface in the same plane as the bolting circle face." Is the best description of which fitting?
In the drawing provided, there is a column at the northwest corner of the entrance. It's location is best represented by which of the following answers below?
The isometric below has an abundance of information contained within it. The amount of 3 inch A106-B sch 40 piping that is required for this drawing is best represented by which of the answers below?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
Please add the following fractions ⁴⁄₈, ⁶⁄₁₂, ⁵⁄₈, ⅔. Choose your answer from the ones provided below.
The fraction ⅜ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
On the jobsite you have to cut 200 mm plate, and have to heat a large hoarding from the same supply. Of the gases below, choose the gas that would best fill both of these requirements.