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There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
"Machined from a single piece of metal that is cut to match the pipe size, fit between two pipe flanges and requires an additional gasket when it is installed. Also, the bolts will need to be lengthened depending on what piping class and size of the fitting is used." This is the best description of which fitting?
"The temperature of a metal, below which the substance is entirely solid." The best term to fit this description from the group below is?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
RTJ gaskets come in two styles. These are which of the following?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
The references in red along the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
"This type of respirator has two different types that are available. These are continuous flow, and pressure demand respirators. " This statement best describes which of the following respirators?
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the orientation of the numerical dimensions.
The proper procedure for shutting down an oxyacetylene outfit takes an number of steps. Of the answers below, choose the one that represents these number of steps.
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
There are a great many ways to give information about the shape of an object. Certain ways of drawing or views will give some information clearer than others. Of the answers below, choose the best term that describes the following picture.
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?
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
Loss of head for a valve or fitting has an equivalent in a length of the same size pipe. Which valve, a gate or an angle globe (both fully open), would have the highest losses?
You have just installed a small vessel on site, the height is 29' and the base has a 9' diameter. What is the force exerted on the pad that it sits on when completely full of water? choose the best answer from those provided below.
The engineer has asked you to verify the base for setting a tank on, the area required will be a minimum of 10 meters. Which of the answers below best represents the minimum radius required to set the tank?
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?
What tool is pictured below?
(se)If a welding machine is left on, but no work is being done with it, what type of voltage is at the output terminals? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
While setting up for a hydrostatic test, it is noted that the maximum output on the pump to be used is 1000 psia. The test hose that is to be used has a pressure rating of 6950 kPaa. From the answers below choose the best course of action.
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "B"?
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers 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.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the black portion that the arrow is pointing at in picture provided?
(wf)"This is the term used for the point where the material begins to have permanent deformation." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every third tooth straight, while the two before it are bent slightly to the side opposite of each other. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
The intensity of sound is measured in dBA. In the workplace the suggested dBA level for wearing hearing protection over an 8 hour day would be which of the below?
When dealing with welding gases and fumes, it is a good practice to limit your exposure to them. The first option to reduce exposure to these fumes and gases is to weld in which of the following locations?
What tool is pictured below?
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones below
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
The fraction ⅜ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
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?
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided below.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
To cut a piece of copper tube with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
On any angle grinder and grinding disk there is an RPM rating. What is the relationship between the rating of the grinder and the rating of the disk? Choose the best answer from the ones below
What tool is in the picture below?
Of all the materials that make clothes, there is one type that should never be worn in a industrial workplace. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
(wf)The best term to describe the portion of the weld between the two black line would be which of the below?
The tools pictured below represent which type of pliers?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "D" in the picture provided.
There are several different types of groove welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Which of the valve styles below best fits the following statement "This variation of globe valve can be used where minimum pressure loss is required. They can also be rod through to remove debris upstream of the valve. "
If you were trying to depict the inside workings of an item, you which of the following orthographic views would be best for the task?
A lube oil piping header has a slope of ¹⁄₁₆ every 9 inches. In a 27' run, what is the total drop of the line? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(se)Welding power sources that are AC-DC rectifier type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
If you are bypassing or modifying a ground connection, you are creating what kind of hazard?
(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?
"This type of oxy-fuel cutting torch has preheat gases supplied to the cutting tip." Which of the following torch types is best described by this statement?
What type of bar is pictured below?
After cutting a pipe to length with a torch beveller, what is the next step in the weld preparation process?
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding one of the first two passes, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
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.
"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
"During the creation of this style of groove, the steel of the pipe is cold formed while it is displaced inward." Of the answers below, choose the one best described by this statement.
There are several different types of groove welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Which of the following situations would a scribe be the best layout tool of choice? Use the following situations for your answer.
Regulators commonly have three working parts to them. Which of the parts does the the adjusting screw attach to? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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.
"The steps in preparing this type of fusion weld and a steel weld are very similar." Which of the answers below best fits this description?
There are a great many ways to give information about the shape of an object. Certain ways of drawing or views will give some information clearer than others. Of the answers below, choose the best term that describes the following picture.
Electrical shock accounts for a large number of workplace injuries. Which of the following would not increase the possibility of electrical shock? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "E" in the picture provided?
Calculate the relative density of a compound at 10456 kg/m³ with water at 1000 kg/m³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
There are several different types of groove welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
This chisel has a cutting edge that is typically 60°,but can be reduced to 40° or increased to 90°. The chisel that best suits this description is which of the 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 length?
What tool is in the picture below?
The common elements that all fluxes have are listed except for one. Select the one that does not apply.
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
Calculate the relative density of a steel at 2357 lb/ft³ with water at 62.4 lb/ft³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
Upstream of the low pressure stage and downstream of the high pressure stage of the two stage compressor, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
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.
"This type of breathing apparatus is designed to allow a reserve of air for 5-10 minutes." The answer below that this statement best describes is which one?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
"A measure of a material's ability to undergo significant plastic deformation before rupture." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
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.
What application is better suited for a double flared fitting?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
There are several steps to consider when soldering on a valve. Of the list choose the one that dose not apply
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
There are some good trade practices when using a hammer. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #4 is best represented by which answer below?
(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.
Of the flame types for the oxyacetylene torch, which of them burns the hottest at the tip of the cone? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.