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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.
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."
"This workplace hazard consists of substances, mixtures and materials that can be classified according to their health risks and dangers." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
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.
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?
(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 elevation between two ends of a sloped pipe?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded cap?
Which of the below would be the best fitting to prevent damage from a pressure surge to a gauge on a hydrostatic test?
(ofc)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?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
What tool is pictured below?
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
"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?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "C" in the picture provided?
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?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
(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?
(ofc)Oxygen should have a purity of 99.5% or higher for oxy-fuel cutting. The cutting speed will be an estimated ¾ of normal and the expenditure in cutting oxygen will increase approximately ¼ of normal for each _______ drop in purity percentage form optimum. Use the answers provided to select the best one to fill in the blank.
"A metallic substance composed of two or more elements, as either a compound or a solution." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
What tool is in the picture below?
(ofe)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.
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
Of the options below, choose the one that best states the primary function of plate rolls.
Calculate the density of 5 m³ of copper that weighs 3879 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
To cut a piece of copper tube with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
"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?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
(mse)"A load that is relatively constant for an extended time, is considered to be a ________ load." This statement best describes which of the answers below?
(ofe)When balancing pressures with an oxyacetylene torch, good rule of thumb to calculate "blow away" is _________ per tip size. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
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?
"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.
"This type of drill is only for up to ½" holes that need to be precise." Choose the answer below that is best described by the statement.
"An extra piece of equipment is required when testing with an air compressor." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "C"?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
These types of portable fire extinguishers are very heavy, have a conical nozzle, and are commonly bright red. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
What type of punch is pictured below?
(se)If you wanted a wider bead accompanied with less penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The volume of all solids and liquids changes as the temperature of the substance rises and falls. Choose the best answer that represents the change in volume when water transforms to ice.
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.
(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?
In the groove and shoulder system, if you use a roll groove, what is the disadvantage of this type of groove? Choose the best answer of the options below.
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) 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 GTAW welding?
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided 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
(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.
(ofc)Looking at the answers below, which one is not a cause of flashback while using an oxyacetelyne cutting torch? Choose the best answer that applies.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
"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?
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.
(ofe)All of the following statements regarding an oxygen cylinders are true, except one. Choose the answer that does not belong.
(ofc)Generally in oxy-fuel cutting, when heat is applied to steel ranging from 760°C to 870°C, this is commonly referred to as which of the terms below? Choose the best answer from the options provided.
A forged fitting threaded type with a classification of 3000 would have which schedule number of the following?
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
Typically on a hydrostatic test, the _______ of the fill hose is greater than the high pressure hose. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
Of the many views that a drawing may have, an isometric drawing will show only three views or faces. Which of the following answers is not one of them?
(ofe)When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
In a piping system fittings can be used in a variety of situations, one of those is:
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.
(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?
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?
What type of punch is pictured below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "T" represent in this formula?
(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?
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
"Has a gasket surface in the same plane as the bolting circle face." Is the best description of which fitting?
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
(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 the sensation of a painful shock as it travels through the body?
In wet sprinkler systems, there is different tube that can be used. Choose the answer below that has all of them.
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.
To protect the internal mechanisms, this type of gate valve should not be placed in a line that has turbulent flow. This is the best description of which of the following?
Two pieces of eye protection should be used together when grinding or chipping. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
There is a mutual attraction that causes unlike molecules them to cling to each another. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a ¼":1' reduced scale to it, what is the print length of the workpiece if it measures 12' on the bench? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to bend wires in an extremely tight spot, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
A worker is grinding 6m away from another worker refueling a diesel welder. Is there any workplace infraction occurring in this situation? Choose the best answer below for answering this.
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 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?
Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
Upstream of the aftercooler and downstream of the air intake should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
In the WHMIS system, "Flammable and combustible material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "K" represent in this formula?
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded ball valve?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 90° elbow?
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?