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Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
Of the selection below choose which measurement this sentence best describes. "Not widely used for gas pressures, This measurement is mostly used in materials science, where the tensile strength of a material is measured as a large number of psi."
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 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?
When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
(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.
When marking the cut on a 250mm (10") diameter pipe, what tool should be used to be assured that the mark is the same measurement all the way around the pipe?
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.
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?
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.
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
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?
(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.
Your journeyman asks you to fill out the following print with measurements. What method of dimensioning are they having you do? Choose from the best answer from the ones provided below.
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the smallest?
What tool is in the picture below?
What tool is in the picture below?
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Puller, Nut adjuster, Hydraulic load coil and Support bridge are all parts of which of the following tools?
"The destruction of a metal or an alloy because of chemical or electrochemical reaction with its surrounding environment or medium."
What tool is in the picture below?
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
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?
This type of valve can be installed in locations that are unavailable for a gate valve, but will give you similar valve characteristics. Of the options below, which valve is being described?
(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.
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
If you were to completely show a workpiece in an orthographic projection, how many views would be required as a minimum? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
You are working with an isometric drawing that has dimensions in imperial measurements. Your journeyman has asked you to convert several measurements to inches. These measurements include 6', 4.5', 3'7" and 2'4". Choose the best answer below to reflect the total number of inches.
"This gasket material is generally used in low pressure, low temperature applications." Which of the materials below best fits this description?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
When using a long tape, one extra consideration must be taken into account over a short tape. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
"This alloy is the combination of copper and tin." Which of the metals below is best described by this statement?
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for energy?
What tool is in the picture below?
Convert 45 Dekameters to Decimeters. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
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 "D" in the picture provided?
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?
"This type of oxy-fuel cutting torch has preheat gases supplied to the cutting tip." Which of the following torch types is best described by this statement?
What tool is in the picture 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.
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.
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? Choose the best answer from those provided below
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.
Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the flame burns back into the tip, followed by a "pop" noise?
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.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld globe valve?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
"_________ 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.
"This workplace hazard consists of organisms or organic matters produced by these organisms that are harmful to human health." This statement best describes which of the hazards below?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
(wf)Which answer below best describes the undesireable situation shown by the three black arrows?
The number of turns by _______ should be _______ than the number of turns by _____ when tightening a threaded joint. Choose the words in order to fill the blanks from the options 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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded cap?
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.
The inert purge gases for GMAW and GTAW welding processes are non-toxic, but are still dangerous. In what situation below would these gases be a danger?
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.
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.
Of the options below, which one requires both ends of the plastic pipe to be perfectly square?
(se)"This device limits electrical flow to one direction." This statement best describes which of the devices below?
"This cutting machine cuts metal with a scissor-like action." Which of the machines below best fits this description?
There are a certain number of steps to installing soldered tube/pipe. How many steps are required?
(wf)There is a great variety of ______ . This encompasses any flaw that compromises the acceptable standard for a weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blanks from the ones provided below.
(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?
Orthographic and isometric directional arrows have few similarities. From the options provided below, choose the best answer that represents one of those similarities.
At the end of the work week, your crew installed 45% of 50 mm, Sch 40 pipe The amount required for the job is 4791 m. Which of the answers below best relates to how much pipe is left to be installed?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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?
(mse)"Operational characteristics of an electrode can be controlled in several ways. One of those ways is by the different composition of the flux coating." Choose from the answers below the coating that does not apply to this statement.
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
From the following answers, choose the one that answers the following statement. "The operating position of a gate valve commonly are ________ and ________."
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.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(wf)After the fillet weld is complete, the weld profile looks like the green section of the picture below. Which of the terms below best describes this profile?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "A" in the picture provided?
(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.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "E"?
Of the material types below, which one only is available in class 150 and 300 fittings?
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?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld globe valve?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
(se)If a welding machine is left on, but no work is being done with it, what type of voltage is at the output terminals? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which of the following gases has the highest MJ/m³ rating? Choose the best answer from those provided
Which of the behaviors below best describes a rise or fall of the liquid surface, if a thin tube that is open at the both ends is inserted vertically in to a liquid, relative to the adjacent level of the fluid.
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose from the options below.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "E" in the picture provided?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the one that the black arrow is pointing to in the picture shown?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "D"?