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(se)Which of the terms below best relates to a material or substance that resists the flow of electrical current? Choose your answer from those provided below.
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?
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers 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.
(se)This term expresses the pressure from an electrical circuit's power source that produces pressure to push a current through a circuit, enabling them to do work. From the terms provided, choose the one that best applies.
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
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.
A support that is floor mounted by welding or by anchors, is commonly called which of the following?
The codes and regulations that must be followed when working with welded piping and fittings are based apon which of the following?
The number of turns by _______ should be _______ than the number of turns by _____ when tightening a threaded joint. Choose the words in order to fill the blanks from the options below.
(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.
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
"Has a gasket surface in the same plane as the bolting circle face." Is the best description of which fitting?
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers is not one of them.
"This layout tool has one chamfered edge usually. The dual purpose tool can check the material surface to assure flatness, and mark a straight line on a surface." This statement best describes which of the following tools?
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?
(se)The connections used for welding cables must be tight. If an undersized lug is used, which of the following might occur with a high current load? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
When used in conjunction with a reverse flow check valve , a flashback arrestor is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
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.
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?
"When required to make a square cut off line on a pipe, this coiled layout tool made of gasket material is commonly used." Which of the tools below best fits this description?
In the WHMIS system, the two types of labels that are the most commonly used are? Use the answers provided.
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
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 "F" in the picture provided?
Lift, swing, and non slam are all variations of which type of valve?
All of the following statements regarding an oxygen cylinders are true, except one. Choose the answer that does not belong.
On the QC paperwork for the hydrotest that you have up and holding requires gauge pressures. The gauges are holding steady at 245 kPa(a). Which of the answers below best represents the pressure that the QC requires?
"In drill presses and drills, to hold the drill bits and accessories, there are several tooling devices that can be used." These are commonly called which of the below?
Which of the layout tools below would be the most accurate in transferring measurements? Choose from the following tools.
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "K" represent in this formula?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
(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.
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.
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.
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
What tool is pictured below?
Two pieces of eye protection should be used together when grinding or chipping. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
"The destruction of a metal or an alloy because of chemical or electrochemical reaction with its surrounding environment or medium."
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
In air there are numerous gases in varying proportions, which of the answers below best represents those proportions?
What tool is in the picture 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?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
After cutting a pipe to length with a torch beveller, what is the next step in the weld preparation process?
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.
From the following answers, choose the one that answers the following statement. "The operating position of a gate valve commonly are ________ and ________."
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
"Of all the plastic compression joining methods, this one will not create a flow restriction within the line." This is the best description for which of the following?
"Before heating, the plastic pipe and fittings can be assembled." This statement best describes which of the following?
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?
As it happens sometimes, while you were on break, your fire extinguisher grew legs and walked away. You head to the tool crib to get another, as you are doing your inspection you notice it is a CFC type. Is there anything that must be done with this extinguisher?
A neutral flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe force?
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?
"Is not designed for continuous occupancy, and has limited or restricted means for entry or exit." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
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
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
A worker is grinding 6m away from another worker refueling a diesel welder. Is there any workplace infraction occurring in this situation? Choose the best answer below for answering this.
"There are many advantages to a vertical band saw. Of the advantages, one stands out as the greatest." Of the answers below, which one best fits that description.
Which of the welding processes below would welding goggles be worn?
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?
"Smaller tubing sizes and the strength of the operator are both characteristics that this type of bender has." Of the options below, choose the bender that best fits 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?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in metric measurement.
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
There are some good trade practices when using a hammer. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
If you subtract the TE from the T when fitting a threaded joint, the remainder will represent which of these terms?
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?
What tool is in the picture below?
Which of the measurements below is the metric standard for the breaking strength of bolts?
This design of this fastener allows you to secure the object though holes that are drilled in the piece beforehand. Which of the following fasteners is designed in the same manner?
(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.
"This is the term used for the metal or steel that you are actually welding on." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
The orientation of a horizontal line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has the teeth in a wavy design running from left to right. . Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the explosive condition that occurs upstream the mixer and can include all of the components in the outfit including the regulator.
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.
Of the list below, before adding the flux to a capillary soldered joint, what must be done?
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe pressure?
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.
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.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for force?
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
(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?
What is the pressure exerted by 1 ft² of water? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "F" in the picture provided?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
What tool is in the picture below?
"Is a mechanical seal which fills the space between two or more mating surfaces, generally to prevent leakage from or into the joined objects while under compression." This is the best definition of which fitting?
Of the gases below, choose the one that has the highest flame temperature in its neutral state.
(wf)The welding surface may contain discontinuities from the style of preparation. From the answers below, choose the best one that describes discontinuities from a surfaced prepped by thermal cutting blades.
"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
The type of oxy-fuel cutting torch that has a cutting tip which is supplied with mixed pre-heat gases are typically called which of the names below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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?