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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.
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
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.
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
(wf)A tapered transition ratio of _________ is commonly thought to be acceptable by numerous codes. Use the answers given below to find the best ratio to fill in the blank.
"This tooth count hacksaw blade is generally recommended for most uses". Which of the following blades fit that description?
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups below?
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
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.
"Grinding on the workpiece resting on this attachment prevents sudden slips in which the wheel grabs the work momentarily and yanks it out of the operator's hand, or pulls the hand toward the wheel." This is the best description of which attachment to a bench grinder? Choose from the answers below.
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers below.
What tool is pictured 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.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
There are several different types of labeling or lettering on a drawing. In the picture below how many different types of labeling and/or lettering is there. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"A particular material or class of materials, that is a hazardous substance in workplace air, has an upper limit on the acceptable concentrations." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
A neutral flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
To cut a piece of copper tube with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
Copper tube pressure fittings can be used on copper tube DWV piping systems.
There are three parts to a common twist drill. Which of the below is not one of those parts?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "A"?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded gate valve?
The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
The fraction ⅜ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
This type of valve can be installed in locations that are unavailable for a gate valve, but will give you similar valve characteristics. Of the options below, which valve is being described?
"A deterioration of a metal by both mechanical means and chemical means over a period of time." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
"This type of drill is only for up to ½" holes that need to be precise." Choose the answer below that is best described by the statement.
(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 most common type of gauge that is found on a regulator is a bourdon type. Choose from the situations below the best way not to have these gauges damaged when opening a cylinder.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, doesn't chemically alter what the substance is." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
There are several sizes of portable hand drills. How are they rated? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
In the WHMIS system, "Other poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
These manufacturer installed items must be removed before the piping is put into operation, but not before the Variable Spring Hanger is installed and fully loaded. Of the selections below, which items best fits this description?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
Of the following answers, which is the best one for the torch pictured below?
Of the methods to render a container safe for hotwork, which of the following is the most common and most effective?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
(wf)Defective properties would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a defective property.
Which form of corrosion(s) is aided by an increase in temperature? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Fill the blanks with the answers provided. "These two valves, _______ and ________ are usually used together in a line. The flow of fluid through the line finds little friction from either one."
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.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
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.
Commonly receding lines are drawn from the horizontal at 30°, 45° or 60°. If you were to draw a receding line at a 45°, it would be foreshortened by which of the amounts below. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools best fits this description?
Of the options below, which one requires both ends of the plastic pipe to be perfectly square?
Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "G" in the picture provided?
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
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?
What tool is pictured below?
Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the flame burns back into the tip, followed by a "pop" noise?
At the bottom of a column of Hg, the pressure is 5.82 psi, how many inches of water column is required to exert this same pressure? Choose the best answer from those provided 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.
In wet sprinkler systems, there is different tube that can be used. Choose the answer below that has all of them.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "B"?
Of the list below, a try cock is considered what type of valve?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "D" in the picture provided?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a containers shape that is holding a fluid will ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
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
With the options below,complete the following sentence. "The rules of ASME _______ constitute construction requirements for pressure vessels."
Puller, Nut adjuster, Hydraulic load coil and Support bridge are all parts of which of the following tools?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld cap?
What tool is in the picture 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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
Biological Hazards can be further broken down into subsections. Of the answers below, one is not a biological hazard, choose the answer that doesn't fit.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "D"?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld globe valve?
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
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.
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?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(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.
"When joining most metals, silver filler metal can be used. There are only two metals that cannot be joined by this filler metal." This statement best describes which of the following answers
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
An extraction hood attached to a system of flexible ductwork would be an example of which of the answers below? Use the options below to choose the best answer.
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
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 2.5%-80% in air.
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
Of the options below, choose the one that best represents a manual actuator for a gate valve in an inaccessible area.
The alignment of holes in two or more pieces of plate at the same time can be a challenge. Which of the tool below would be best in this situation?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded cap?
There are several disadvantages with conventional dimensioning. In the grouping of answers below, one is not a disadvantage of this style of dimensioning. Choose the best answer that applies.
To cut a piece of structural steel with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
The first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
What tool is in the picture below?
"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?
Under the Workers compensation act, are apprentices and learners entitled to compensation?