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Plumber: FIRST PERIOD

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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.
A small system has been filled and is ready to pressure up. Which of the pumps below would be the best to use for this test?
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose from the options below.
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
With ______ piping, fusion welding, and acid resistant clamps are the the most basic types of joining. Choose from the following to fill in the blank.
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
What is the name of the grinder pictured below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
(se)If you wanted a wider bead accompanied with less penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
All butt weld fittings must have _____ pieces of information stamped on them.
If you are bypassing or modifying a ground connection, you are creating what kind of hazard?
Of the list below, the two most commonly used pressure ratings on fittings are Class 125 and 250.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the black portion that the arrow is pointing at in picture provided?
(se)"An type of material that allows the flow of an electrical current in one or more directions." The best answer that this statement describes is which of the following?
What is the square footage of a floor space in a warehouse that is 5' 7¾ by 10' 3⅞? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"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?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air, in imperial measurement, at STP.
Of the gases below, choose the one that has the highest flame temperature in its neutral state.
Working with explosive gases is a dangerous prospect, you have to be aware of the limits of flammability for the gas you are working with. Of the gases below, choose the one that has the range of flammability of 3.4%-10.8%in air.
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured 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.
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "T" represent in this formula?
Which of the following supports are used to support pipe lines with light loads that are subjected to up to 32mm vertical thermal movements?
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 large volume?
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?
What tool is in the picture below?
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones below
The plug disc valve is a variation of which main category of valve?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
"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?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
Which parts of an ASPT or NPT are flattened slightly?
Omitting this step in the solvent welding of a joint could result in blockage, turbulent flow, and cause pressure loss by restricting the bore of the pipe. Of the answers below, choose the one that applies best
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.
If you are asked to install PVC piping for a drainage system, what colour must the pipe and solvent be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
Which of the welding processes below would welding goggles be worn?
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.
Your journeyman asks you to fill out the following print with measurements. What method of dimensioning are they having you do? Choose from the best answer from the ones provided below.
Please add the following fractions ⁴⁄₈, ⁶⁄₁₂, ⁵⁄₈, ⅔. Choose your answer from the ones provided below.
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, but no defined volume or shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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 "C" in the picture provided?
After cutting a pipe to length with a torch beveller, what is the next step in the weld preparation process?
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
Typical hanger spacing for 50 mm cast iron pipe is 3.0 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 13 m horizontal run?
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
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.
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 picture provided?
A safety relief valves has a specific relationship with the part in the system that has lowest maximum pressure setting. Of the answers below, choose the one that best reflects this relationship.
Under the Workers compensation act, are apprentices and learners entitled to compensation?
A pressure of 379 kPa is showing on your absolute pressure gauge. Your journeyman needs that in converted to psig. Which of the answers below best reflects the number that you will give them?
Material safety data sheets are required to be accompany all controlled substances from the supplier. There are _______ that make up these sheets, providing more detail than the label. Use the answers below to fill in the blank
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Your journeyman has asked you to torque a 4" #150 flange to 50 ft/lbs. This represents 30% of the total torque, which of the answers below best represents the full torque value?
When faced with vertical movements typically in excess of 13mm, or where no residual stresses are to be transferred to the pipe, which of the supports below would be the best to install?
(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?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a flat faced flange?
"The ability of a body to resist a distorting influence and to return to its original size and shape when that influence or force is removed." This is the best definition of which of the terms below?
There are three commonly used basic systems of controlling the operation of a mechanized oxy-fuel cutter. Which of the answers below is not one of them? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
What tool is pictured below?
"Two heating irons are used in this particular type of fusion welding." This best describes which of the following answers?
"This gasket material is generally used in low pressure, low temperature applications." Which of the materials below best fits this description?
"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?
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
Of the answers below, which is the best example of the difference between a sensitive drill press and an upright drill press?
Maintaining all of the required PPE within the manufactures guidelines and in good working order is the responsibility of the________." Choose from the following answers to fill the blank.
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.
(se)Which device below uses one or more diodes to restrict current to flow to one direction, changing AC to DC in the process? From the answers below, choose the best one.
A welder has set up a temporary fab area in a c-can. He has put 2 portable fans, one in the front and one in the back, in the c-can for ventilation. Based on the information provided, which type of ventilation is he using? Use the terms provided to choose the best answer.
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
To avoid electrical shock there are several steps that can be taken. Of the answers below, choose the one that does not apply.
Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
The codes and regulations that must be followed when working with welded piping and fittings are based apon which of the following?
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a flat, or close to it, volt-amp curve. It is well suited for GMAW and SAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
These multi-purpose portable fire extinguishers are light, commonly red, and have a short nozzle or a narrow length of hose. Choose from the answers below the one that best applies.
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
Of the options below, choose the one that best states the primary function of plate rolls.
Section 315(1), (2) and (3) covering guardrails can be found in which piece of legislation below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded cap?
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
When one substance is dissolved in another homogeneously, this is called a solution. Which of the three states of matter can a solution exist? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Looking at the body of a check valve you see a hinge pin on the body. Of the following valves what is the valve you are looking at?
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
After initial tensioning, a set of studbolts may have to be re-tensioned after start up. Which of the following terms would best explain the cause of this situation?
Fluxes in soldering are also known by another term, choose the best term that would be used in place of "fluxes".
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
Most fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will not chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
(mse)"Operational characteristics of an electrode can be controlled in several ways. One of those ways is by the different composition of the flux coating." Choose from the answers below the coating that does not apply to this statement.
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.
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.