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If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
What tool is in the picture below?
The pressure exerted by a column of Hg 9" high would be which of the following answers? Choose the best answer that applies from the ones below
Typical hanger spacing for 19 mm copper pipe is 2.4 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 8 m horizontal run?
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.
The most common colour for a fuel gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
A safety relief valves has a specific relationship with the part in the system that has lowest maximum pressure setting. Of the answers below, choose the one that best reflects this relationship.
(se)Which of the terms below best relates to a material or substance that resists the flow of electrical current? Choose your answer from those provided below.
(se)Which of the terms below is used when a sine wave completes a 360° rotation?
There are generally considered to be four types of welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
"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?
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 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?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
"This material is formed with cross-linking, and becomes irreversibly rigid after the reaction has taken place." This is the best description of which of the terms below?
"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?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
What tool is in the picture below?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "E"?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance being chemically joined in fixed proportions of two or more different types of atoms.
(wf)"This is the term used for the point where the material begins to have permanent deformation." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
There is a set number of steps in the procedure for creating proper joints with thermoplastic piping. Of the answers below, select the one that is closest to that number.
(wf)Which answer below best describes the undesireable situation shown by the three black arrows?
When inspecting your oxy-acetylene cut after cutting a piece of 50 mm plate, you notice that the bottom of the kerf line is slightly behind the top of the same line. Which of the terms below best expresses this condition?
Which of the filler metals would be most commonly used when brazing copper or copper alloys? Choose the best answer from the following filler metals.
Burns have a classification by degree. If you have a surface burn, it would be considered which of the following?
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? Choose the best answer from those provided below
In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
This filler metal is most commonly used with cobalt alloys, and applications that have an extremely high service temperature." This statement describes which of the filler metals below best?
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
What type of punch is pictured below?
A journeyman is paid 27% more than his apprentice. If the journeyman is earning $43.50, what is the apprentice being paid? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
"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 soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
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?
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.
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
Weld fittings are available in two varieties, one of these is:
Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
In every piping system, a specific fitting should be installed for control of flow and pressure. Of the choices below, which fitting(s) would best apply?
Lift, swing, and non slam are all variations of which type of valve?
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.
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the smallest?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "A" in the picture 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?
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 many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "D" in the picture provided?
"A substance used to promote fusion that is applied to surfaces to be joined to keep them free from oxide and promote their union." This is the best definition of which of the soldering terms below?
"This layout tool has one chamfered edge usually. The dual purpose tool can check the material surface to assure flatness, and mark a straight line on a surface." This statement best describes which of the following tools?
Which of the following codes applies to high temperature water is generated at pressures exceeding 160 psig and/or temperatures exceeding 250 degrees F?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for force?
(wf)The specific requirements of fabrication must include any of the the welding processes. Chemical and mechanical factors are taken into account in every facet of that fabrication. Any deviation from these requirements would be considered a defect." This statement best describes which of the following weld defects?
"The steps in preparing this type of fusion weld and a steel weld are very similar." Which of the answers below best fits this description?
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
If the welding apprentices tacked 4 welds in an hour, how many welds would be tacked by 3 apprentices in a 37.5 hour work week? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for mass?
"Two heating irons are used in this particular type of fusion welding." This best describes which of the following answers?
(wf)While welding, water and other liquids get caught up in the weld. These produces voids of gas when the weld cools. Which of the terms below best describes these voids?
"This term is a combination of metals or of a metal and another element." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
Fillet welds have fundamentally ________ different types of welds. Choose the best answer from those below to fill in the blank.
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?
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
In air there are numerous gases in varying proportions, which of the answers below best represents those proportions?
"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?
Fill the blanks with the answers provided. "These two valves, _______ and ________ are usually used together in a line. The flow of fluid through the line finds little friction from either one."
"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?
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.
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)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a flat, or close to it, volt-amp curve. It is well suited for GMAW and SAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
Of the options below, which one relies on the memory of the plastic tube to contract to its original size after the fitting is inserted?
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
From the following answers, choose the one that answers the following statement. "The operating position of a gate valve commonly are ________ and ________."
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
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?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
If you had to walk around a house and it took you 4 minutes to walk one side and 6 minutes to walk the adjacent side, how long would it take to finish the entire walk? Choose the best answers from those 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.
(wf)Of the answers below, which type of defect occurs when the electrode is not drawn away from the puddle slowly enough?
When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
Socket weld fittings are generally used to join piping that is 50mm(2") or less?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for pressure?
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.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
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.
Youare going to dig a well on your land to get water, you have bought a small suction pump that will create a vacuum equal to a column 984 mm Hg. Which answer below best represents the maximum depth that the well can be while using this pump?
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.
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
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 2.5%-80% in air.
When dealing with welding gases and fumes, it is a good practice to limit your exposure to them. The first option to reduce exposure to these fumes and gases is to weld in which of the following locations?
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
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?
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.