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What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
At the bottom of a column of water, the pressure is 459 psi, how high is this column? Choose the best answer from those provided below
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.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones below
The chemical symbol C₂H₂ best represents which of the following compunds?
A natural gas boiler has an output rating of 43500 Btu and is 67% efficient. Which of the answers below best represents it's input rating?
Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
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.
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
(se)Welding power sources that are AC-DC rectifier type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
"This workplace hazard consists of substances, mixtures and materials that can be classified according to their health risks and dangers." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "F" in the picture provided?
(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.
The references in red along the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
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?
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
In the WHMIS system, the two types of labels that are the most commonly used are? Use the answers provided.
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?
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.
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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld globe valve?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Bore" signify?
Of the material types below, which one only is available in class 150 and 300 fittings?
The 3 classes of fittings for a forged steel piping system come in 3 classes. Of the list below, select the 3 that apply.
A square groove double weld commonly has a maximum material thickness of ________. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer below?
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
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
After manually oxy-fuel cutting a piece of 75 mm plate in half, your journeyman notices that the kerf lines are indicating a 25% lag in the slag stream. What is he trying to tell you? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"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?
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?
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?
Which of the measurements below is the metric standard for the breaking strength of bolts?
Around most construction tasks, eye protection is important. The selection of eye protection will rest mainly with which of the following answers? Choose the best one that applies.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
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?
At the end of the work week, your crew installed 45% of 50 mm, Sch 40 pipe The amount required for the job is 4791 m. Which of the answers below best relates to how much pipe is left to be installed?
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
What are the two common wall thicknesses for copper tubing?
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.
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.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "A"?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld tee?
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?
(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?
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"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?
When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is lower that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
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?
"Generally concrete screws are fasteners considered _________ and have applications with _______ loads." Choose from the answers below to fill in the blanks.
What tool is in the picture 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?
Of the answers provided, choose the thermoplastic that is used for laboratory DWV, and has similar characteristics to PP.
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones below
(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.
"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 is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
In a piping system fittings can be used in a variety of situations, one of those is:
After the second tack is in place, what is the tool most commonly used to maintain the gap?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
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.
(se)"This device limits electrical flow to one direction." This statement best describes which of the devices 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?
"This gasket material is generally used in low pressure, low temperature applications." Which of the materials below best fits this description?
(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?
If the welding apprentices tacked 4 welds in an hour, how many welds would be tacked by 3 apprentices in a 37.5 hour work week? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, there is a release or absorption of energy as a new substance is formed." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.
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 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?
(wf)Dimensional defects would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a dimensional defect.
A journeyman is paid 27% more than his apprentice. If the journeyman is earning $43.50, what is the apprentice being paid? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
A nitrogen piping system does not exceed 6000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with Class 6000 forged steel fittings?
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?
Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
Use the answers below to answer the following question. "To aid in the removal of trapped sediment and small debris, a valve should be closed in which manner?
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
With the options below,complete the following sentence. "The rules of ASME _______ constitute construction requirements for pressure vessels."
What tool is pictured 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 largest range of flammability.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the black lines outside of the weld in the picture shown?
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?
Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
There is a set number of steps in the procedure for creating proper joints with thermoplastic piping. Of the answers below, select the one that is closest to that number.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "A" in the picture provided?
When using a beam clamp, ensuring the recommended support load is not exceeded is important. What other component of this support system needs to checked against the weight of the load?
"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?
What application is better suited for a double flared fitting?