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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.
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. "Visible light rays" Would best be defined by which type of energy below?
For horizontal soldered joints, it is a good practice to apply the solder at which location?
Fillet welds have fundamentally ________ different types of welds. Choose the best answer from those below to fill in the blank.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
"There are many advantages to a vertical band saw. Of the advantages, one stands out as the greatest." Of the answers below, which one best fits that description.
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(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?
(ofe)The most common type of gauge that is found on a regulator is a bourdon type. Choose from the situations below the best way not to have these gauges damaged when opening a cylinder.
The alignment of holes in two or more pieces of plate at the same time can be a challenge. Which of the tool below would be best in this situation?
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.
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options 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?
The vents of a hydrotest are not in the open position on all of the high points while filling the system. Which of the following is the likely result of this situation when trying to test the system
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
You are part of a crew that is hydrotesting a 40 m, 50 mm, Sch 60 alloy pipe. It is set up horizontally, north to south, on pipestands with a gauge at both ends. According to the principles of hydrostatics, what will the gauges read when the test is up and holding at 45 kPa? choose the best answer from the options below.
Of the options below, choose the one that best represents a manual actuator for a gate valve in an inaccessible area.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
Material safety data sheets are required to be accompany all controlled substances from the supplier. There are _______ that make up these sheets, providing more detail than the label. Use the answers below to fill in the blank
Composition disc type valves are part of which of the following categories?
"When looking at this type of drawing, the views most commonly seen are right side, top and front." Which of the terms below is best described by this statement?
Puller, Nut adjuster, Hydraulic load coil and Support bridge are all parts of which of the following tools?
(se)"Metal deposition rate is the weight of material deposited by arc welding in a unit of time. For this rate to increase, which of the options below would be best suited?
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?
After initial tensioning, a set of studbolts may have to be re-tensioned after start up. Which of the following terms would best explain the cause of this situation?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"This type of cutting machine has a large flywheel driven by an electric motor that does the cutting." Of the answers below choose the one that is best described by this statement.
"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?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #2 is best represented by which answer below?
"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.
Gate valves have many advantages. One of the following is not among of them. Choose which one.
(bs)"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?
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
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?
(se)Welding power sources that are AC-DC rectifier type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
This type of soldering uses temperatures below 450C or 840F:
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld cap?
(ofc)Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
(ofe)When the work that is being performed is not dependent on the pressure delivered from the cylinder being used, which style of regulator would most commonly used?
(papg) When calculating the "Grade" of a slope, there are several terms that are used. Which of the terms below is best defined as the difference in distance between two ends of a sloped pipe?
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones below
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. Which of the rays below would best be described as one that would cause the eyeball to blister?
Of the answers below, which is the best example of the difference between a sensitive drill press and an upright drill press?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
Maintaining all of the required PPE within the manufactures guidelines and in good working order is the responsibility of the________." Choose from the following answers to fill the blank.
Upstream of the low pressure stage and downstream of the high pressure stage of the two stage compressor, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
(ofc)At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
"If a worker is injured or has an accident on the jobsite, they must report it as soon as possible to the employer." The act that best encompasses this statement is which of the following?
(bs)"This alloy is the combination of copper and tin." Which of the metals below is best described by this statement?
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.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
If you are bypassing or modifying a ground connection, you are creating what kind of hazard?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Lockable service valve" variation?
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
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.
A fuel gas piping system does not exceed 2795 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XS piping should be used
Which of the following codes applies to high temperature water is generated at pressures exceeding 160 psig and/or temperatures exceeding 250 degrees F?
(wf)Which answer below best describes the undesireable situation shown by the three black arrows?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
(se)"An type of material that allows the flow of an electrical current in one or more directions." The best answer that this statement describes is which of the following?
A fitting that has a classification of 2000 would be what kind of fitting?
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
(bs)"The act or procedure of liquefying or melting by the application of heat, any two materials to combine them." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
In the WHMIS system, the two types of labels that are the most commonly used are? Use the answers provided.
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
(wf)Rapid solidification, low amperage, and incomplete perheat are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided 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.
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 side view butt weld tee?
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
Of the material types below, which one only is available in class 150 and 300 fittings?
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding one of the first two passes, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
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.
Which of the following supports has a hardened steel cup set screw?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
There are several steps to consider when soldering on a valve. Of the list choose the one that dose not apply
(ofe)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.
Materials used for bolts and studs have been grouped into ______ by ASME. Use the options below to fill in the blank.
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be considered a quarter-turn valve?
(ofc)There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
STD or Sch40 piping is measured by the nominal ______ up to ______ diameter, and by the exact ______ up to ________diameter. Use the choices below to fill in the blanks in order.
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.
(se)Welding power sources that are AC transformer type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
"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?
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?
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.
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using the shank and the width of the tip to size the proper screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be sizing?
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
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld tee?
What tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating system?