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Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
Soapstone is commonly available in three grades. Which grade would be best served for marking out steel? Choose your answer from the options below.
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.
(mse)The protective shield that purges any atmospheric gases that may be harmful to the weld, and the slag that protects the weld metal both are produced from one area in the weld zone. Which of the following ares best describes where these are produced?
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.
During the oxy-fuel cutting process, iron oxidizes. Of the terms below, which one best describes the resulting lines on the surface of the cut from this process?
From the following answers, choose the one that answers the following statement. "The operating position of a gate valve commonly are ________ and ________."
"Carefully controlled tolerances are required to manufacture quality cutting tips. One-piece tips that are used in the cutting process with acetylene are generally made from ________ to endure the heat generated. To produce exact holes for these tips, they are machined, drilled, and swaged over special wires." Select the best answer from the ones below to fill in the blank
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.
(se)While welding, what is the result of lengthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Gate valves have many advantages. One of the following is not among of them. Choose which one.
Each substance has it's own rates of expansion and contraction, using the table below find the substance with the greatest amount of expansion per °C. Choose the best answer from those provided below
(se)All welding machines have a duty cycle. A machine with a duty cycle of 72% with an amperage of 425, would run continuously at what amp maximum? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "P" represent in this formula?
(se)If you wanted a narrower bead, that has deeper penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Please add the following fractions ⁴⁄₈, ⁶⁄₁₂, ⁵⁄₈, ⅔. Choose your answer from the ones provided below.
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
What is the SI measurement for air pressure? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Of the gases below, choose the best one that supports combustion, but is non-flammable on it own.
The orientation of a horizontal line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
Of the flame types for the oxyacetylene torch, which of them burns the hottest at the tip of the cone? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
There are 4 principal parts to the head of a hammer. Of these 4 parts, there are only two that are opposite of each other, what are they called? Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
What tool is in the picture below?
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluid will exert pressure in ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
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.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "F" in the picture provided?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine in the picture provided?
On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
"Easy rotation of the piping to allow for even wearing of the pipe in an abrasive application." This is the best description of which of the plastic pipe joining types below?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
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.
The pressure of the hydraulic torque might warp the flange before the stubot has reached the desired length. From the options bellow, what is the best solution to alleviate this issue?
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.
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
If you subtract the TE from the T when fitting a threaded joint, the remainder will represent which of these terms?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
In the WHMIS system, "Dangerously reactive material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Copper tube DWV fittings can be used on copper pressure piping systems
From this description, choose the correct pipe support. "A piece of pipe, to support a line, that is mitered and welded to the back of an elbow."
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?
There are a great many ways to give information about the shape of an object. Certain ways of drawing or views will give some information clearer than others. Of the answers below, choose the best term that describes the following picture.
What tool is in the picture below?
What tool is in the picture below?
"This type of cutting machine has a large flywheel driven by an electric motor that does the cutting." Of the answers below choose the one that is best described by this statement.
Of the following answers, which is the best one for the torch pictured below?
On every acetylene cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
"Smaller tubing sizes and the strength of the operator are both characteristics that this type of bender has." Of the options below, choose the bender that best fits this description.
Files and hacksaws are similar in that they only__________. Use the answers below to complete the sentence.
"Before heating, the plastic pipe and fittings can be assembled." This statement best describes which of the following?
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
"This cutting machine cuts metal with a scissor-like action." Which of the machines below best fits this description?
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 picture provided?
There are a certain number of steps to installing soldered tube/pipe. How many steps are required?
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
After installing an utility water piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
A fume extracting welding gun works well with which other source of ventilation? Choose the best answer from the choices below
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
To avoid electrical shock there are several steps that can be taken. Of the answers below, choose the one that does not apply.
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.
Orthographic and isometric directional arrows have few similarities. From the options provided below, choose the best answer that represents one of those similarities.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
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.
______ type compression joints are also commonly referred to as ______ as well as sleeveless type.
Material safety data sheets are required to be accompany all controlled substances from the supplier. There are _______ that make up these sheets, providing more detail than the label. Use the answers below to fill in the blank
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?
(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.
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?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
(wf)After the fillet weld is complete, the inspector says that the weld profile has a bulge to it. Which of the terms below best describes this situation?
Non ferrous piping has three distinguishing characteristics. Contains no iron, and not susceptible to oxidization are two. Of the following list , pick the third.
The numbers encircled on the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having a defined mass, and volume, but no defined shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options below.
A plug valve is quick to open or quick to close. Another way of describing that profile is which of the following?
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld cap?
"This two-part anchoring system consists of resin and hardener which are combined through a mixing nozzle, and an anchor rod." This is the best description of which of the following anchors?
(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.
Of the list below, a try cock is considered what type of valve?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
(wf)Lack of fusion, oxidation and lack of penetration are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below
(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?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
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 _______."
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
"A process in which a liquid metal is somehow delivered into a mold." This statement is the best description of which term below?
"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 screwdriver head is pictured below?
As it happens sometimes, while you were on break, your fire extinguisher grew legs and walked away. You head to the tool crib to get another, as you are doing your inspection you notice it is a CFC type. Is there anything that must be done with this extinguisher?