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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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The fraction ⅜ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
Which of the layout tools below would be the most accurate in transferring measurements? Choose from the following tools.
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe pressure?
Please add the following fractions ⁴⁄₈, ⁶⁄₁₂, ⁵⁄₈, ⅔. Choose your answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the valves below best fits the description of this statement? "This type of valve has two ports to it. One inlet and one outlet, and relies on pressure on the inlet side to work properly."
The air has a density of _________ at STP, based on 101 kPa and 0°C. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "J" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
"Of all the plastic compression joining methods, this one will not create a flow restriction within the line." This is the best description for which of the following?
Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
"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.
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding the last pass, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
What tool is in the picture below?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "D" in the picture provided.
(ofe)Of the gases below, choose the one that has the highest flame temperature in its neutral state.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Use the following answers to fill in the blank. "The _________ should be reviewed to be assured that the proper studbolts and nuts are being used."
In wet sprinkler systems, there is different tube that can be used. Choose the answer below that has all of them.
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
With regard to fitting a threaded joint, the length of the threads that is engaged inside the fitting is called by which of these terms?
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.
From this description, choose the correct pipe support. "A piece of pipe, to support a line, that is mitered and welded to the back of an elbow."
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?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to hold a tube to prevent it from spinning, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. Which of the answers below would create the greatest amount of "Ultraviolet rays" while being used?
On any angle grinder and grinding disk there is an RPM rating. What is the relationship between the rating of the grinder and the rating of the disk? Choose the best answer from the ones below
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
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.
Of the three common forged steel fitting classifications, class 4500 is considered:
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 _______."
What is the name of the grinder pictured below?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for length?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
(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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded gate valve?
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(ofe)An acetylene bottle has a specific volumetric capacity. The cylinder should not be emptied more then one _______ of that capacity per hour. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the ones below.
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?
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?
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.
(se)This term expresses the pressure from an electrical circuit's power source that produces pressure to push a current through a circuit, enabling them to do work. From the terms provided, choose the one that best applies.
(se)Your welder asks you to turn up the _________ on his welder for more penetration. Choose the best answer from the options below to fill in the blank.
(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 range of flammability of 2.3%-9.5% in air.
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "B"?
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?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(ofe)Acetylene gas reacts explosively with some metals, so only certain metals may be used in piping the gas or repairing hose. Of the answers below, one is not an approved metal to be used in transporting acetylene gas. Choose the one that best applies.
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.
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
(se)Which device below uses one or more diodes to restrict current to flow to one direction, changing AC to DC in the process? From the answers below, choose the best one.
"A measure of a material's ability to undergo significant plastic deformation before rupture." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
There is a mutual attraction that causes like molecules them to cling to each another. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
(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?
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 three types of radiant energy that is given off by a typical welding arc. Choose the one that does not apply from the answers below.
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
After installing an instrument air piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. The piping specs require that no moisture be left in the system after testing. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
(wf)Weld faults can happen even before the welding has occurred. Which of the answers below best describes the number of common types of pre-weld dimensional defects?
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
A boiler that creates superheated water at 175 psig and 275F is covered under which code(s)?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum safety eye-ware required for Oxy-fuel cutting or welding?
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
Calculate the mass of 6.25 ft³ of gold that weighs 3579 lb/ft³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the black portion that the arrow is pointing at in picture provided?
"This cutting machine cuts metal with a scissor-like action." Which of the machines below best fits this description?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
(ofe)Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the explosive condition that occurs upstream the mixer and can include all of the components in the outfit including the regulator.
(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?
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.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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 "F" in the picture provided?
(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.
The common elements that all fluxes have are listed except for one. Select the one that does not apply.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "H" in the picture provided?
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.
(ws) Radiant energy released by a welding arc is far stronger than that of the sun, or other sources. Exposed skin will take a smaller amount of time to reach the same severity of burn with the sun, which of the answers below corresponds to that accelerated time?
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.
Calculate the perimeter of a building that has a wall measurement of 12' 6⅜". Choose the best answer from the ones 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 "D" in the picture provided?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
What type of bar is pictured below?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
The plug disc valve is a variation of which main category of valve?
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.
Of the list below, a try cock is considered what type of valve?
"Two heating irons are used in this particular type of fusion welding." This best describes which of the following answers?
(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 pain, loss of voluntary muscle control and difficulty breathing, as it travels through the body?
(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 sever eye strain, and possible blindness?
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?