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Class 6000 fittings are commonly made from which material?
There are a variety of drafting tools that are used in the creation of fabrication patterns and layouts. Of the tools given, which one best describes the item in the picture below?
These materials can be cooled and heated several times without any change in their chemistry or mechanical properties. This allows them to be formed and re-formed into different shapes" This is the best description of which of the terms below?
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?
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 selection of units below, which would be best used to describe pressure?
Convert 0.67 to the the nearest practical fraction. Choose the best answer from the ones 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.
"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 "B" in the picture provided.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
Burns have a classification by degree. If you have a surface burn, it would be considered which of the following?
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
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?
A small percentage of fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
"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?
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers 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 "A" in the picture provided?
There are several sizes of portable hand drills. How are they rated? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
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 WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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?
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.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(wf)Of the answers below, which type of defect occurs when the electrode is not drawn away from the puddle slowly enough?
"These regulators allow a consistent pressure to be fed to the tool being used. This is true despite the change in inlet pressures." Which of the regulators below is best described by this statement?
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluid will exert pressure in ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
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 vertical runs of piping (risers) at each floor level there should be a support. The type of hardware used by mechanical building trades for supporting pipe would be which of the following?
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.
(se)When the current flow meets resistance in a conductor, that energy is turned into what form? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Convert 45 Dekameters to Decimeters. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
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?
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?
"Generally concrete screws are fasteners considered _________ and have applications with _______ loads." Choose from the answers below to fill in the blanks.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
You are part of a crew that is hydrotesting a 40 m, 50 mm, Sch 60 alloy pipe. It is set up horizontally, north to south, on pipestands with a gauge at both ends. According to the principles of hydrostatics, what will the gauges read when the test is up and holding at 45 kPa? choose the best answer from the options below.
Composition disc type valves are part of which of the following categories?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
From this description, choose the correct pipe support. "A piece of pipe, to support a line, that is mitered and welded to the back of an elbow."
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
The recommended PVC grooved joint operating maximum temperature is which of the below?
Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
Typical hanger spacing for 76 mm black iron pipe is 4.3 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 20 m horizontal run?
Acetylene gas reacts explosively with some metals, so only certain metals may be used in piping the gas or repairing hose. Of the answers below, one is not an approved metal to be used in transporting acetylene gas. Choose the one that best applies.
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.
The characteristic of fluidity is shared by two of the three states of matter. Of the answers below, choose the one state that this characteristic does not apply to.
Puller, Nut adjuster, Hydraulic load coil and Support bridge are all parts of which of the following tools?
When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is higher that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
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?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
Of the list below, a try cock is considered what type of valve?
"Carefully controlled tolerances are required to manufacture quality cutting tips. One-piece tips that are used in the cutting process with acetylene are generally made from ________ to endure the heat generated. To produce exact holes for these tips, they are machined, drilled, and swaged over special wires." Select the best answer from the ones below to fill in the blank
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"This piece of legislation came into effect in 1915. This act deals primarily with compensation, medical aid and rehabilitation of a worker due to a job-related injury." Which of the answers below is best described by this statement?
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 plug disc valve is a variation of which main category of valve?
"Has a female socket in which pipe is fitted. Fillet welding is done from outside on the pipe." This is the best description of which fitting?
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.
A fuel gas piping system does not exceed 2795 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XS piping should be used
"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?
A water holding tank has a base of 25.67 m² and a height of 10 m, what is the force acting on the base of the tank? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
Which of the behaviors below best describes a rise or fall of the liquid surface, if a thin tube that is open at the both ends is inserted vertically in to a liquid, relative to the adjacent level of the fluid.
During the oxy-fuel cutting process, iron oxidizes. Of the terms below, which one best describes the resulting lines on the surface of the cut from this process?
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.
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
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.
You have to hire employees to work 40 hours a week to finish the job. If the job is projected for 3178 hours, how many employees will have to be hired? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Of the answers provided, choose the thermoplastic that is used for laboratory DWV, and has similar characteristics to PP.
"Joining two metal surfaces by melting an alloy so that it forms a thin layer between the surfaces." This id the best definition of which of the terms below?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "D"?
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?
Your journeyman has asked you to cut them 6 pieces of 4' Sch 80 pipe 3' 7". The only piece of pipe you can find is a 20 foot full length. How many pieces will you be able to cut out of this length? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "D" in the picture provided?
(wf)While welding, water and other liquids get caught up in the weld. These produces voids of gas when the weld cools. Which of the terms below best describes these voids?
What tool is in 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?
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the smallest?
(se)All welding machines have a duty cycle. A machine with a duty cycle of 72% with an amperage of 425, would run continuously at what amp maximum? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
(mse)"This type of material property is measured using a Brinell, or a Rockwell test." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
In wet sprinkler systems, there is different tube that can be used. Choose the answer below that has all of them.
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)Which answer best describes the device that can increase the frequency of an AC current, or change DC to AC? Choose your answer from the ones provided below
(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?
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.
"These drawing tools as commonly used with a T-square to produce vertical and angled lines." Of the tools below, which is best described by this statement?
Ozone, carbon monoxide, hydrogen chloride and phosgene are all gases that can be created by different types of welding. Of the answers below, choose the best one that they all have in common.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #4 is best represented by which answer below?
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
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.
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
(wf)There is a great variety of ______ . This encompasses any flaw that compromises the acceptable standard for a weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blanks from the ones provided below.
"This term is a combination of metals or of a metal and another element." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
(wf)The specific requirements of fabrication must include any of the the welding processes. Chemical and mechanical factors are taken into account in every facet of that fabrication. Any deviation from these requirements would be considered a defect." This statement best describes which of the following weld defects?
"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?