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(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(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.
(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?
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?
Of the safety concerns with soldering listed below, which would occur the least?
In the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer from the ones provided below.
(ofe)A carbonizing flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
(v) Individual types of valve have certain characteristics. Which of the valves below would be available in angle, Y, and straight configurations?
Occupational exposure limits have threshold limits. There are three of these threshold limits that are used, of the answers provided, which is not a value used?
(es) Amperage has an effect on the human body depending on the amount exposed to. Which of the mA answers below best corresponds to having heart fibrillation after 3 seconds, as it travels through the body?
(wf)Almost all electrode rods are kept in a container to protect them from the elements. Which of the following weld defects would this be the best form of protection from?
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools best fits this description?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
The first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
The isometric below has an abundance of information contained within it. The amount of 4 inch A106-B sch 40 piping that is required for this drawing is best represented by which of the answers below?
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?
RTJ gaskets come in two styles. These are which of the following?
(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?
There are some good trade practices when using a hand wrench. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
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.
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?
"The destruction of a metal or an alloy because of chemical or electrochemical reaction with its surrounding environment or medium."
(es) The human body has some integral resistance to electrical contact. Which of the answers below would have the largest resistance to an electrical voltage?
"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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld tee?
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?
(ofc)The material that is blown away by the oxygen stream while oxy-fuel cutting is called which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
(papg) Determining the surface area of any box involves several calculations. Which of the answers below best describes the number of sides that are involved in determining the surface area of a box open to atmosphere?
(papg) Areas and surface areas can be measured in both square inches and square feet. Which of the answers below would allow you to convert ft² from in²?
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?
(ofc)Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
(wf)Of the answers below, which type of defect occurs when the electrode is not drawn away from the puddle slowly enough?
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
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.
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
"This type of breathing apparatus is designed to allow a reserve of air for 5-10 minutes." The answer below that this statement best describes is which one?
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
"A pressure regulator's primary function is to match the flow of gas through the regulator, while maintaining a consistent output pressure, to the demand for gas placed upon it." Why is this item required for most pneumatic tools?
"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.
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be best used to eliminate backflow in a system?
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "2πr²"?
In vertical runs of piping (risers) at each floor level there should be a support. The type of hardware used by mechanical building trades for supporting pipe would be which of the following?
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "πdh"?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "D"?
(ofe)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.
Type "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
(wf)"This term refers to a physical property of a material which describes the ability of a material containing a crack to resist further cracking."
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded gate valve?
Calculate the mass of 2.75 m³ of stainless steel that weighs 3790 kg/m³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(papg) The relationship between the distance around a circle and the distance directly across it is a constant ratio. Which of the terms below best describes the distance across a circle?
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
Complete the following sentence with the options below. "This Section covers general descriptions, terminology and operation guidelines applicable to steel and cast iron boilers limited to the operating ranges of ASME _______."
(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?
A cold water piping system does not exceed 4689 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XXS piping should be used
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Main stop valve" variation?
(v) Some valves can be used for throttling services. Which of the valves below would have a tendency to have cavitation as a result of throttling a process?
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
The classification of fire extinguishers depends on the type of fire they can fight effectively. Which fire extinguisher type is denoted by the picture below?
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 all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight valve?
Of the list below, before adding the flux to a capillary soldered joint, what must be done?
(ofe)One of the components in a oxyacetylene outfit is required to deliver a pressure that is consistent despite source pressure fluctuations. Which of the following components best fits this function?
Before entering a confined space for the first time or re-entering after a break, it is a good practice to do which of the following?
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.
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum recommended filter plate for low amperage SMAW welding?
"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.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Gas cock" variation?
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.
The wall thickness of the two most commonly available fittings for 27.5mm (1/2") pipe are:
(wf)Defective properties would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a defective property.
(mse)"This type of material property is measured using a Brinell, or a Rockwell test." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
Which form of corrosion(s) is aided by an increase in temperature? Choose the best answer from the options below.
(wf)Welding has several broad classes of defects that can occur in any weld. Choose the best answer from the options provided below, to show how many classes there are.
A cold water piping system does not exceed 3000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with class 3000 forged steel fitting?
(ofe)The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
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?
(ofc)A compound commonly used in oxy-fuel operations is derived from a combination of water and calcium carbide. Which of the chemical symbols below best represents this hydrocarbon gas?
"The temperature at which a metal changes state from solid to liquid at atmospheric pressure." Is the best description for which of the terms below?
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every tooth bent slightly to the side and in the opposite direction of the one in front of it. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "C"?
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum recommended filter plate for medium amperage SMAW welding?
(se)Which of the terms below relates best to how quickly the flow of AC changes direction? Choose the your answer from those provided below.
(ofc)"The angle of the oxy-fuel torch relative to the direction of travel that which the tip is pointed dictates the directions in which the heat is going and the slag will be blown." Which of the terms below is best described by this statement?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 90° elbow?
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
(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?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
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 floor of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
(papg) The relationship between the distance around a circle and the distance directly across it is a constant ratio. Which of the terms below best describes the distance around a circle?
(se)While welding, what is the result of lengthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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.
(ofe)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.