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Plumber: FIRST PERIOD

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Before entering a container to work, your Journeyman asks for a gas test to be done. The foreman agrees and puts the sniffer close to the roof of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
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
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
The codes and regulations that must be followed when working with welded piping and fittings are based apon which of the following?
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.
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
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 that is 5.3%-14% in air.
"The ability of a body to resist a distorting influence and to return to its original size and shape when that influence or force is removed." This is the best definition of which of the terms below?
A lube oil piping header has a slope of ¹⁄₁₆ every 9 inches. In a 27' run, what is the total drop of the line? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Calculate the relative density of a steel at 2357 lb/ft³ with water at 62.4 lb/ft³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
In the WHMIS system, "Dangerously reactive material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"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.
The materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
What type of punch is pictured below?
What tool is in the picture below?
100°C is the approximate melting temperature of a fusible plug equipped on an acetylene bottle. Of the reasons below, choose the best reason explaining the purpose of these plugs.
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight 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 "A" in the picture provided?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
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?
Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
(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?
Socket weld fittings are generally used to join piping that is 50mm(2") or less?
What tool is pictured below?
______ type compression joints are also commonly referred to as ______ as well as sleeveless type.
"When two or more substances are combined and each retain their own chemical identity." Choose the term below that best reflects this statement.
What tool is in the picture below?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
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.
(se)All electrical conductors resist the flow of current to some degree. Which of the terms below is used to measure this resistance? From the answers below select the one best applies.
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?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
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?
With the options below,complete the following sentence. "The rules of ASME _______ constitute construction requirements for pressure vessels."
Pipe size is specified with two non-dimensional numbers: ________ diameter based on inches, and _______ for wall thickness. Of the options below, fill in the blanks.
"This operation of this type of chuck is with an external collar that you hand turn." This statement best describes which of the chucks below?
"_________ is an injury caused by freezing of the skin and underlying tissues. First your skin becomes very cold and red, then numb, hard and pale." Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
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.
"Joining two metal surfaces by melting an alloy so that it forms a thin layer between the surfaces." This id the best definition of which of the terms below?
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates which of the below?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "E"?
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
"The process of shaping metal and increasing its strength by hammering or pressing." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Soapstone is commonly available in three grades. Which grade would be best served for marking out steel? Choose your answer from the options below.
Biological Hazards can be further broken down into subsections. Of the answers below, one is not a biological hazard, choose the answer that doesn't fit.
This chisel has a cutting edge that is typically 60°,but can be reduced to 40° or increased to 90°. The chisel that best suits this description is which of the below?
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
In oxy-fuel equipment, if the supply pressure gas is allowed to leak into the low pressure side of a regulator, this can cause problems with gauges, relief valves and operation of tools. Which of the answers below best describes this condition?
"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?
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
Burns have a classification by degree. If you have a surface burn, it would be considered which of the following?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
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?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
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.
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.
A water holding tank has a base of 25.67 m² and a height of 10 m, what is the force acting on the base of the tank? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
The safe working pressure of acetylene is 15 psi. As the temperature of the gas increases, this pressure will change. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to explain what this change will be.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "C" in the picture provided.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
In the groove and shoulder system, if you use a roll groove, what is the disadvantage of this type of groove? Choose the best answer of the options below.
"Fusion welding with an oxidizing flame on this type of material will cause welds that are porous, oxidized, and brittle." This statement best describes which of the metals below?
"The temperature of a metal, below which the substance is entirely solid." The best term to fit this description from the group below is?
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options 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?
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.
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the smallest?
(se)While welding, what is the result of leangthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
What tool is in the picture below?
What is the pressure exerted by 1 ft² of water? Choose the best answer from those provided 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?
"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?
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "F" in the picture provided?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
Of the list below, before adding the flux to a capillary soldered joint, what must be done?
"This is the term used for the metal or steel that you are actually welding on." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
A pressure of 379 kPa is showing on your absolute pressure gauge. Your journeyman needs that in converted to psig. Which of the answers below best reflects the number that you will give them?
(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?
(wf)Slow travel speed, weak amperage and improper electrode angle are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
"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?
Class 6000 fittings are commonly made from which material?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Which form of corrosion(s) is aided by an increase in temperature? Choose the best answer from the options below.
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.
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.
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
"Has a gasket surface in the same plane as the bolting circle face." Is the best description of which fitting?
Inches of Hg is commonly used for atmospheric pressure. What is the difference in pressure exerted by a 10" column of Hg with a 1 in² base, when compared to a column of water the same height? Use the best answer from those provided below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld ball valve?