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A piping system that is being designed to carry a petroleum product at 16 psig and 350F would be covered under which code(s)?
Of the options listed below, one is not an advantage of ERS over conventional soldering. Choose which one.
When dealing with acetylene cylinders, generally you will encounter two types of valves. Which of the sets of valves below would you see?
What is the SI measurement for air pressure? Choose the best answer from the options below.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
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?
If you were to completely show a workpiece in an orthographic projection, how many views would be required as a minimum? Choose the best answer from those 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.
Calculate the volume of 5 kg/m³ of nitrogen that weighs 2694 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"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.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld gate valve?
To protect the internal mechanisms, this type of gate valve should not be placed in a line that has turbulent flow. This is the best description of which of the following?
On the jobsite you have to cut 200 mm plate, and have to heat a large hoarding from the same supply. Of the gases below, choose the gas that would best fill both of these requirements.
A typical file generally has one of four basic cuts. Which of the below is not one of those cuts?
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Socket weld fittings are commonly used on joints that are what size?
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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 largest range of flammability.
There a a number of steps in the proper fabrication of a Bell-end joint. Choose the answer below that reflects that number the best.
"This style of check valves doesn't rely on flow reversal or gravity to close. Instead, the valve is closed by a spring." Of the valves below, this is the best description of which?
Looking at the answers below, which one is not a cause of flashback while using an oxyacetelyne cutting torch? Choose the best answer that applies.
There are a certain number of steps to installing soldered tube/pipe. How many steps are required?
"When used in conjunction with similarly threaded nuts, These externally threaded devices are used to create a joining of two or more components." This is the best description of which of the items below?
Which of the following situations would a scribe be the best layout tool of choice? Use the following situations for your answer.
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
RTJ gaskets come in two styles. These are which of the following?
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
(wf)Weld faults can happen even before the welding has occurred. Which of the answers below best describes the number of common types of pre-weld dimensional defects?
(se)Which of the terms below is used when a sine wave completes a 360° rotation?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
The tools pictured below represent which type of pliers?
What type of punch is pictured 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.
If you subtract the TE from the T when fitting a threaded joint, the remainder will represent which of these terms?
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.
Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
(wf)Rapid solidification, low amperage, and incomplete perheat are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
A fume extracting welding gun works well with which other source of ventilation? Choose the best answer from the choices below
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
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.
(se)Your welder asks you to turn up the _________ on his welder for more penetration. Choose the best answer from the options below to fill in the blank.
The chemical symbol C₂H₂ best represents which of the following compunds?
"The temperature at which a metal changes state from solid to liquid at atmospheric pressure." Is the best description for which of the terms below?
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
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?
Of the options below, which one relies on the memory of the plastic tube to contract to its original size after the fitting is inserted?
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.
The vents of a hydrotest are not in the open position on all of the high points while filling the system. Which of the following is the likely result of this situation when trying to test the system
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?
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
Under the Workers compensation act, are apprentices and learners entitled to compensation?
Class 3000, is a fitting classification for which type of material?
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.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "I" in the picture provided?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
After seal welding a box, the painters ask how much paint they are going to need to coat the outside. The box is 230 mm long, 450 mm high and 375 mm wide. Of the answers below, choose the best one that reflects this number.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
"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?
"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?
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. "
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
What type of punch is pictured below?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
"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?
What type of punch is pictured below?
STD or Sch40 piping is measured by the nominal ______ up to ______ diameter, and by the exact ______ up to ________diameter. Use the choices below to fill in the blanks in order.
Oxygen should have a purity of 99.5% or higher for oxy-fuel cutting. The cutting speed will be an estimated ¾ of normal and the expenditure in cutting oxygen will increase approximately ¼ of normal for each _______ drop in purity percentage form optimum. Use the answers provided to select the best one to fill in the blank.
Soapstone is commonly available in three grades. Which grade would be best served for marking out steel? Choose your answer from the options 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 a large volume?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
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 first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.
Which parts of an ASPT or NPT are flattened slightly?
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?
The numbers encircled on the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms 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 "D" in the picture provided?
(wf)"This term deals with the increase in stress in an area of a weld near a crack, depression, or a sharp angle. Although the calculated stressing may be quite safe, it can be enough to cause failure of the weld." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(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.
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the smallest?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
"The angle of the oxy-fuel torch relative to the direction of travel that which the tip is pointed dictates the directions in which the heat is going and the slag will be blown." Which of the terms below is best described by this statement?
A cold water piping system does not exceed 4689 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XXS piping should be used
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
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?
"A pressure regulator's primary function is to match the flow of gas through the regulator, while maintaining a consistent output pressure, to the demand for gas placed upon it." Why is this item required for most pneumatic tools?
In a carbonizing oxyacetylene flame, the length of the feather indicates which of the conditions below? Choose the best answer from the following.
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
On oxygen cylinders, there are no seams, neither running up and down nor across. This is due to the manufacturing process that it goes though. Which of the answers below best describes this process?
If you had to walk around a house and it took you 4 minutes to walk one side and 6 minutes to walk the adjacent side, how long would it take to finish the entire walk? Choose the best answers from those below
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "G" in the picture provided?
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
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?