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What application is better suited for a double flared fitting?
(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.
"In this type of welding, the filler metal is liquid above 425°C, and deposited in the joint by other than capillary attraction." This statement best describes which of the weld methods below?
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
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.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine in the picture provided?
There are several steps to consider when soldering on a valve. Of the list choose the one that dose not apply
"When joining most metals, silver filler metal can be used. There are only two metals that cannot be joined by this filler metal." This statement best describes which of the following answers
When balancing pressures with an oxyacetylene torch, good rule of thumb to calculate "blow away" is _________ per tip size. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
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 "H" in the picture provided?
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those 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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
(wf)"This type of defect is defined as an interruption of the typical structure of a material typically during the welding process." This statement best defines which of the answers below?
A piping system that is being designed to carry a petroleum product at 16 psig and 350F would be covered under which code(s)?
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 3.4%-10.8%in air.
Of the options below, which one requires both ends of the plastic pipe to be perfectly square?
"Machined from a single piece of metal that is cut to match the pipe size, fit between two pipe flanges and requires an additional gasket when it is installed. Also, the bolts will need to be lengthened depending on what piping class and size of the fitting is used." This is the best description of which fitting?
"This piece of legislation came into effect in 1915. This act deals primarily with compensation, medical aid and rehabilitation of a worker due to a job-related injury." Which of the answers below is best described by this statement?
A lube oil piping header has a slope of 2.5% for a 13500 mm run. What is the total drop of the line in meters? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Generally in oxy-fuel cutting, when heat is applied to steel ranging from 760°C to 870°C, this is commonly referred to as which of the terms below? Choose the best answer from the options 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?
Your crew has just finished setting an enclosed vessel that had a 15 m diameter, a height of 23 m. The insulator foreman has asked you to verify his requirements of insulating the shell of the vessel. Choose the best answer from the ones below that represents the amount of insulation required.
Which of the following gases has the highest MJ/m³ rating? Choose the best answer from those provided
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
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.
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
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.
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
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.
What tool is in the picture below?
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
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.
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 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?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for length?
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
(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?
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
Lines that are not perpendicular nor are parallel to a vertex are called which term? Choose the best one that applies from the options 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.
(se)If you wanted a wider bead accompanied with less penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups below?
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, material safety data sheets, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.
(se)While welding, what is the result of lengthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld gate valve?
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "B" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(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?
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
Of the options below, choose the one that best states the primary function of plate rolls.
(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.
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.
There are three types of radiant energy that is given off by a typical welding arc. Choose the one that does not apply from the answers below.
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
For horizontal soldered joints, it is a good practice to apply the solder at which location?
(wf)In during a welded joint, the input of heat must be controlled. Which of the issues could result in a weld where the heat input was not controlled well? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
What tool is in the picture below?
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options below.
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
Calculate the relative density of a compound at 10456 kg/m³ with water at 1000 kg/m³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
Section 315(1), (2) and (3) covering guardrails can be found in which piece of legislation below?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the orientation of the numerical dimensions.
There are some good trade practices when using a hand wrench. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
"The standard filler is normally sufficient for applications up to 900º F. Other soft fillers are available for higher temperatures or special applications. The choice of the metal used for the jacketed part of the fitting would depend upon the corrosive conditions being encountered." This is the best description of which of the following fittings?
Your journeyman asks you to fill out the following print with measurements. What method of dimensioning are they having you do? Choose from the best answer from the ones provided below.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that the ________ of a fluid has no effect on pressure." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones below
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a raised face flange?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
"These drawing tools as commonly used with a T-square to produce vertical and angled lines." Of the tools below, which is best described by this statement?
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?
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe force?
Which form of corrosion(s) is aided by an increase in temperature? 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?
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.
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
The Variation in a gate valve's design is in the disc. How many types of disc variations are there for a gate valve?
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 "E" in the picture provided?
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?
Which forged steel fitting classification does not have a schedule number?
"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?
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
"This type of respirator has two different types that are available. These are continuous flow, and pressure demand respirators. " This statement best describes which of the following respirators?