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(se)"This device limits electrical flow to one direction." This statement best describes which of the devices below?
Which of the following situations would a scribe be the best layout tool of choice? Use the following situations for your answer.
A boiler that creates superheated water at 175 psig and 275F is covered under which code(s)?
"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?
What type of punch is pictured below?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded ball valve?
In air there are numerous gases in varying proportions, which of the answers below best represents those proportions?
In the WHMIS system, "Acute poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
The wall thickness of the two most commonly available fittings for 27.5mm (1/2") pipe are:
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?
"The steps in preparing this type of fusion weld and a steel weld are very similar." Which of the answers below best fits this description?
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a 1:20 metric reduced scale to it, what is the actual length of the workpiece of you measure 45mm on the print? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"An extra piece of equipment is required when testing with an air compressor." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
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?
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the 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 "B" in the picture provided?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer below?
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 that is 5.3%-14% in air.
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
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight valve?
(se)Which of the terms below is used when a sine wave completes a 360° rotation?
Blueprints are assebled into groups for ease of accessing the information quickly. In the commercial or industrial ares of work, there are commonly ________ divisions of these blueprints. Choose from the answers below to best fill in the blank.
Calculate the mass of 2.75 m³ of stainless steel that weighs 3790 kg/m³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
"This type of oxy-fuel cutting torch has preheat gases supplied to the cutting tip." Which of the following torch types is best described by this statement?
"This material is formed with cross-linking, and becomes irreversibly rigid after the reaction has taken place." This is the best description of which of the terms below?
(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.
15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
Which of the following supports are used to support pipe lines with light loads that are subjected to up to 32mm vertical thermal movements?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
The plug on the end of a 150 mm pipe has a force restriction of 250,000 N. What is the maximum operating pressure that this fitting can handle? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
What tool is in the picture below?
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a ¼":1' reduced scale to it, what is the print length of the workpiece if it measures 12' on the bench? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
This filler metal is most commonly used with cobalt alloys, and applications that have an extremely high service temperature." This statement describes which of the filler metals below best?
"Are used with meters for the purpose of measuring the flow rate of either liquids or gases in the respective pipeline. Pairs of pressure "Tappings", mostly on 2 sides, directly opposite each other, are machined into the flange." This is the best description of which type of fitting?
Typical hanger spacing for 150 mm stainless steel pipe is 5.5 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 46 m horizontal run?
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?
(mse)"A load that is relatively constant for an extended time, is considered to be a ________ load." This statement best describes which of the answers below?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
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.
Complete the following sentence with the options below. "This Section covers general descriptions, terminology and operation guidelines applicable to steel and cast iron boilers limited to the operating ranges of ASME _______."
(wf)"This term refers to the physical property of a material to resist plastic deformation, penetration or indentation." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
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.
What tool is pictured below?
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.
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided below.
Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
From the following answers, choose the one that answers the following statement. "The operating position of a gate valve commonly are ________ and ________."
Pipe size is specified with two non-dimensional numbers: ________ diameter based on inches, and _______ for wall thickness. Of the options below, fill in the blanks.
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
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?
"Generally concrete screws are fasteners considered _________ and have applications with _______ loads." Choose from the answers below to fill in the blanks.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
There are some specific weld faults that can occur with a fillet weld. Which of these faults is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
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.
To avoid electrical shock there are several steps that can be taken. Of the answers below, choose the one that does not apply.
Please add the following fractions ⁴⁄₈, ⁶⁄₁₂, ⁵⁄₈, ⅔. Choose your answer from the ones provided below.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a tongue and groove flange?
Of the list below, the two most commonly used pressure ratings on fittings are Class 125 and 250.
Commonly in oblique drawings, there is a 50% reduction in depth to add realism to the object. Which of the terms below best describes this practice?
This chisel has a cutting edge that is typically 60°,but can be reduced to 40° or increased to 90°. The chisel that best suits this description is which of the 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.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
Of the list below, a try cock is considered what type of valve?
A square groove double weld commonly has a maximum material thickness of ________. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
While fitting a joint you are made aware that there is no wall thickness stamped on the fitting you are going to use. The proper course of action would be?
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.
An Instrument air piping system does not exceed 1673 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with Sch 80 piping should be used
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?
What tool is in the picture below?
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
There are some good trade practices when using a hand wrench. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
Before entering a confined space for the first time or re-entering after a break, it is a good practice to do which of the following?
A typical file generally has one of four basic cuts. Which of the below is not one of those cuts?
(wf)A weld defect called "precipitate hardening" is a situation that can lead to which of the below problems? Choose the best answer from those provided
"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?
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones below
Downstream of the second stage of the compressor, but upstream of the moisture separator, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
Typically on a hydrostatic test, the _______ of the fill hose is greater than the high pressure hose. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options below.
What tool is in the picture below?
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
At the warehouse, they have received an exchanger. You look at the waybill, and see that it was discounted 3 separate times for 15%, 12% and 6% each. If the original price was $45,692, which of the answers below best represents the final purchase price?
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?
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.