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(wf)Slow travel speed, weak amperage and improper electrode angle are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
You are asked to cut a mark on a 50mm piece of pipe with a 5" grinder. Which of the tools below would be the best to secure the pipe for cutting?
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?
What tool is pictured 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?
The proper procedure for setting up an oxyacetylene outfit takes an number of steps. Of the answers below, choose the one that represents these number of steps.
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.
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
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)"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?
What tool is pictured below?
In every piping system, a specific fitting should be installed for control of flow and pressure. Of the choices below, which fitting(s) would best apply?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer 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.
Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the tip produces a shrieking noise, sparks and dark smoke.
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
Which of the following supports has a hardened steel cup set screw?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
If you have received 43 widgets out of an order of 378 widgets, what percentage of widgets have been accounted for? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The code that covers external piping for boilers that create steam or vapour at 15 psig or more, and water at a pressures in excess of 160 psig and/or a temperature in excess of 250F is which of the following?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
Of the following answers, which is the best one for the torch pictured below?
(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.
Looking at the following terms, choose the best answer that is not associated with a characteristic of a gas.
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.
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.
(wf)Which answer below best describes the undesireable situation shown by the three black arrows?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" in the picture provided.
Of the benders below, which will allow kinking in soft tubing?
"This term is used to describe an action that means to divide something into two equal sections." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
The plug disc valve is a variation of which main category of valve?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
The wall thickness of the two most commonly available fittings for 27.5mm (1/2") pipe are:
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 2.3%-9.5% in air.
"The process of shaping metal and increasing its strength by hammering or pressing." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Which of the welding processes below would welding goggles be worn?
MJ/m³ and Btu/ft³ are two was of expressing ________energy. Use the terms below to select the one that best fills in the blank.
In the WHMIS system, "Acute poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer 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.
There are a certain number of steps to installing soldered tube/pipe. How many steps are required?
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?
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.
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.
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?
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
The purpose of this step is to provide a prepped surface for the solvent cement by beginning the chemical reaction that softens PVC. Of the options below, choose the best answer.
(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.
"In the center of a flange there is a tall hub with a bevelled end suitable for welding." This is a description of which type of flange?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
In oxy-fuel equipment, if the supply pressure gas is allowed to leak into the low pressure side of a regulator, this can cause problems with gauges, relief valves and operation of tools. Which of the answers below best describes this condition?
Please add the following fractions ⁴⁄₈, ⁶⁄₁₂, ⁵⁄₈, ⅔. Choose your answer from the ones provided below.
(mse)"This mechanical property is expressed in an elongation percentage. A bend test is used to achieve this percentage." Which of the properties is best described by this statement?
In the groove and shoulder system, if you use a roll groove, what is the disadvantage of this type of groove? Choose the best answer of the options below.
"This cutting machine cuts metal with a scissor-like action." Which of the machines below best fits this description?
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups below?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options 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?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the one that the black arrow is pointing to in the picture shown?
Calculate the mass of 6.25 ft³ of gold that weighs 3579 lb/ft³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "J" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those 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?
The _________ has an excess of acetylene, the inner cone has a feathery edge, called the acetylene feather, extending beyond it. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
When selecting a fastener, there are many criteria that are needed to be taken into consideration. What specification of the list below is needed to be known to allow proper movement or anchorage in the fastener?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for mass?
The first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.
Of the answers below, which is the best example of the difference between a sensitive drill press and an upright drill press?
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
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.
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?
"A substance used to promote fusion that is applied to surfaces to be joined to keep them free from oxide and promote their union." This is the best definition of which of the soldering terms below?
"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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
"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?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
What temperature separates soft soldering and brazing?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(se)"This electrical current has is not bi-directional and flows only from negative to positive." This statement best describes which of the following currents?
Fillet welds have fundamentally ________ different types of welds. Choose the best answer from those below to fill in the blank.
"_________ is an injury caused by freezing of the skin and underlying tissues. First your skin becomes very cold and red, then numb, hard and pale." Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
The type of gauge that is most commonly used in pressure testing would be one that has a ________ date stamped or labeled on it for easy recorded by QA/QC.
Which of the following gases has the hottest burning neutral flame? Choose the best answer from those below.
The fraction ⅜ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
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?
In the WHMIS system, "Other poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.