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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.
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
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.
Of all the materials that make clothes, there is one type that should never be worn in a industrial workplace. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the black lines outside of the weld in the picture shown?
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.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
What tool is pictured below?
There is a mutual attraction that causes unlike molecules them to cling to each another. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
What tool is in the picture below?
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
What tool is in the picture below?
"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.
"This cutting machine cuts metal with a scissor-like action." Which of the machines below best fits this description?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluid will exert pressure in ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
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.
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 some good trade practices when using a hand wrench. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
(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.
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.
"Used to keep a piping line level, or to assure that the proper amount of grade is uniform where needed." This is the best description of which of the following items.
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?
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?
"Of all the plastic compression joining methods, this one will not create a flow restriction within the line." This is the best description for which of the following?
When breaking down an element, smallest unit into which it can be divided and still retain its characteristic properties is best describes by which of the terms below?
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
"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?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Fluxes in soldering are also known by another term, choose the best term that would be used in place of "fluxes".
Before working on a task, you notice that a trench with vertical rebar ends is directly under the work location. Harnesses and anchor points are provided at the task location by the employer, which you are instructed to use. The piece of legislation that best covers the action of the employer is which of the below?
A holding tank is 43 feet in diameter. How many feet of welding will it take to seal the lid on the top? Choose the best answers from those provided below.
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
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.
"This gas irritates sensitive skin and mucous membranes. It is non-flammable, has an unpleasant odour, and is colourless." This statement best describes which of the following gases?
The references in red along the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms 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 "C" in the picture provided?
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?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
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."
A small percentage of fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
RTJ gaskets come in two styles. These are which of the following?
"This type of cutting machine is perfect for busy shops. When the machine is loaded, and starts to cut the material, it allows the operator to do other tasks while the machine is cutting." This statement best describes which of the following metal cutters
Copper tube DWV fittings can be used on copper pressure piping systems
"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.
(mse)"This type of material property is measured using a Brinell, or a Rockwell test." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
In the WHMIS system, "Other poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Materials used for bolts and studs have been grouped into ______ by ASME. Use the options below to fill in the blank.
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
"The ability of a substance, usually a metal, to be deformed or molded into a different shape." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
"A measure of a material's ability to undergo significant plastic deformation before rupture." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
After seal welding a box, the painters ask how much paint they are going to need to coat the outside. The box is 230 mm long, 450 mm high and 375 mm wide. Of the answers below, choose the best one that reflects this number.
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
(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?
Of the options below, choose the one that best represents a manual actuator for a gate valve in an inaccessible area.
Use the following answers to fill in the blank. "The _________ should be reviewed to be assured that the proper studbolts and nuts are being used."
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld cap?
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 many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
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.
(wf)"This type of weld deviance is any defect that cause the weld metal, parent metal, or work piece to be out of specification or tolerance. These issues are mainly caused by improper set up or distortion." This statement best describes which of the following classes of weld defects
Which of the below would be the best fitting to prevent damage from a pressure surge to a gauge on a hydrostatic test?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
Orthographic and isometric directional arrows have few similarities. From the options provided below, choose the best answer that represents one of those similarities.
When faced with vertical movements typically in excess of 13mm, or where no residual stresses are to be transferred to the pipe, which of the supports below would be the best to install?
To protect the internal mechanisms, this type of gate valve should not be placed in a line that has turbulent flow. This is the best description of which of the following?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
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.
A typical file generally has one of four basic cuts. Which of the below is not one of those cuts?
Straight pattern, Y pattern and angle pattern are all design variations of which style of valve?
(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?
"This tooth count hacksaw blade is generally recommended for most uses". Which of the following blades fit that description?
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
You find a workpiece that you are trying to drill a hole in too tough to position under a sensitive or upright drill press. Which of the following answers best solves this problem?
(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.
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
(wf)A weld defect called "precipitate hardening" is a situation that can lead to which of the below problems? Choose the best answer from those provided
The orientation of a vertical line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
On the QC paperwork for the hydrotest that you have up and holding requires absolute pressures. The gauges are holding steady at 35 psi. Which of the answers below best represents the pressure that the QC requires?
"These regulators allow a consistent pressure to be fed to the tool being used. This is true despite the change in inlet pressures." Which of the regulators below is best described by this statement?
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine in the picture provided?
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)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
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.
"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?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
"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?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
What tool is in the picture below?