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Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
What tool is in the picture below?
Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
There are several disadvantages with conventional dimensioning. In the grouping of answers below, one is not a disadvantage of this style of dimensioning. Choose the best answer that applies.
Of the following answers, which is the best one for the torch pictured below?
Which of the answers below best describes the units for relative density?
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
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.
Materials used for bolts and studs have been grouped into ______ by ASME. Use the options below to fill in the blank.
Which of the following situations would a scribe be the best layout tool of choice? Use the following situations for your answer.
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.
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance that cannot be be chemically reduced into simpler components.
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.
Which of the measurements below is the metric standard for the breaking strength of bolts?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld gate valve?
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every third tooth straight, while the two before it are bent slightly to the side opposite of each other. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
"A process in which two or more items (usually metal) are joined together by melting and putting a filler metal into the joint, the filler metal having a lower melting point than the adjoining metal. " This is the best description for 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.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
What tool is in the picture below?
The characteristic of fluidity is shared by two of the three states of matter. Of the answers below, choose the one state that this characteristic does not apply to.
(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?
For horizontal soldered joints, it is a good practice to apply the solder at which location?
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
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
"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?
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
At the bottom of a column of Hg, the pressure is 5.82 psi, how many inches of water column is required to exert this same pressure? Choose the best answer from those provided below
Which of the valve styles below best fits the following statement "This variation of globe valve can be used where minimum pressure loss is required. They can also be rod through to remove debris upstream of the valve. "
With regard to fitting a threaded joint, the length of the threads that is engaged inside the fitting is called by which of these terms?
One side of a support is 372 mm, the other side is 739 mm. What is the smallest area that this support can be used? Choose 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.
"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
A forged fitting threaded type with a classification of 3000 would have which schedule number of the following?
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.
A tight seal to the face is required by all respirators. This is a critical element in which of the following type(s) of respirator? Of the options below, choose the best answer.
"Grinding on the workpiece resting on this attachment prevents sudden slips in which the wheel grabs the work momentarily and yanks it out of the operator's hand, or pulls the hand toward the wheel." This is the best description of which attachment to a bench grinder? Choose from the answers 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 gouging. blades.
The lowest temperature a metal is completely molten is called which of the soldering terms below?
Socket weld fittings are generally used to join piping that is 50mm(2") or less?
Copper tube pressure fittings can be used on copper tube DWV piping systems.
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
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 "C" in the picture provided?
What tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating system?
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.
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?
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
(se)While welding, what is the result of leangthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
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.
"This type of breathing apparatus is designed to allow a reserve of air for 5-10 minutes." The answer below that this statement best describes is which one?
(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.
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?
Of the options below, choose the one that best represents a manual actuator for a gate valve in an inaccessible area.
(mse)"This type of material property is measured using a Brinell, or a Rockwell test." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded gate valve?
"This gasket material is generally used in low pressure, low temperature applications." Which of the materials below best fits this description?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
Acetylene gas reacts explosively with some metals, so only certain metals may be used in piping the gas or repairing hose. Of the answers below, one is not an approved metal to be used in transporting acetylene gas. Choose the one that best applies.
"The term for the dimensioning instrument that is used for notation and commonly at a 45° angled straight line." Which of the terms below best represents this statement?
To cut a piece of copper tube with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for a small volume?
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.
(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?
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.
"During the creation of this style of groove, the steel of the pipe is cold formed while it is displaced inward." Of the answers below, choose the one best described by this statement.
What application is better suited for a double flared fitting?
Which of the below would be the best fitting to prevent damage from a pressure surge to a gauge on a hydrostatic test?
The plug disc valve is a variation of which main category of valve?
Which of the valves below best fits the description of this statement? "This type of valve has two ports to it. One inlet and one outlet, and relies on pressure on the inlet side to work properly."
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, worker education, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
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.
Of the three common forged steel fitting classifications, class 4500 is considered:
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluid will exert pressure in ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
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?
There are several different types of labeling or lettering on a drawing. In the picture below how many different types of labeling and/or lettering is there. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "D".
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure at an altitude of 3000 feet above sea level?
"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?
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld globe valve?
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
With the options below,complete the following sentence. "The rules of ASME _______ constitute construction requirements for pressure vessels."
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Calculate the volume of 2.3 lb/ft³ of aluminium that weighs 1479 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided 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 "E" in the picture provided?
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?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
(wf)Almost all electrode rods are kept in a container to protect them from the elements. Which of the following weld defects would this be the best form of protection from?
(se)When the current flow meets resistance in a conductor, that energy is turned into what form? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"The process of shaping metal and increasing its strength by hammering or pressing." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers below.
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided 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?