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(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Appliance valve" variation?
(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?
There are some good trade practices when using a hammer. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
"This type of respirator has two different types that are available. These are continuous flow, and pressure demand respirators. " This statement best describes which of the following respirators?
Files and hacksaws are similar in that they only__________. Use the answers below to complete the sentence.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in metric measurement.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #2 is best represented by which answer below?
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided below.
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Bore" signify?
A nitrogen piping system does not exceed 6000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with Class 6000 forged steel fittings?
"While dimensioning drawings, there is one of the following activities that you must avoid doing." Which of the following actions when dimensioning a drawing must be avoided? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
Which of the following codes applies to high temperature water is generated at pressures exceeding 160 psig and/or temperatures exceeding 250 degrees F?
All butt weld fittings must have _____ pieces of information stamped on them.
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
(mse)The protective shield that purges any atmospheric gases that may be harmful to the weld, and the slag that protects the weld metal both are produced from one area in the weld zone. Which of the following ares best describes where these are produced?
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.
What tool is in the picture below?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Cock stop valve" variation?
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?
(se)The distance from the molten pool of the weld to the end of the electrodes core wire is called the arc length. A distance that is ________ of the diameter of the electrodes core wire is considered normal. Choose from the following options the best answer to fill the blank.
A forged fitting threaded type with a classification of 3000 would have which schedule number of the following?
While fitting a joint you are made aware that there is no wall thickness stamped on the fitting you are going to use. The proper course of action would be?
(ofe)In oxy-fuel equipment, if the supply pressure gas is allowed to leak into the low pressure side of a regulator, this can cause problems with gauges, relief valves and operation of tools. Which of the answers below best describes this condition?
(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?
You have to hire employees to work 40 hours a week to finish the job. If the job is projected for 3178 hours, how many employees will have to be hired? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
(wf)In during a welded joint, the input of heat must be controlled. Which of the issues could result in a weld where the heat input was not controlled well? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"Machined from a single piece of metal that is cut to match the pipe size, fit between two pipe flanges and requires an additional gasket when it is installed. Also, the bolts will need to be lengthened depending on what piping class and size of the fitting is used." This is the best description of which fitting?
This type of soldering uses temperatures below 450C or 840F:
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to cut wires in an extremely tight spot, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
If a hose connection were to break during the pressuring of a hydrostatic test, which of the following pieces of equipment would prevent it from lashing around?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
What is the name of the grinder pictured below?
(bs)"In this type of welding, the filler metal is liquid above 425°C, and deposited in the joint by other than capillary attraction." This statement best describes which of the weld methods below?
(bs)Which of the filler metals would be most commonly used when brazing copper or copper alloys? Choose the best answer from the following filler metals.
(ofe)The _________ has a one-to-one ratio of acetylene and oxygen, any additional oxygen needed for complete combustion comes from the surrounding air. Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
"The temperature of a metal, below which the substance is entirely solid." The best term to fit this description from the group below is?
Of the answers below, which best reflects the name of the drill pictured?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "A"?
Of the options below, what is the following sentence describing? "This is a mechanism that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects together."
Section 315(1), (2) and (3) covering guardrails can be found in which piece of legislation 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 relationship between the distance around and the full distance across a circle?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
"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?
(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?
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 "E" in the picture provided?
(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.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" in the picture 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?
(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.
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers is not one of them.
(mse)"This mechanical property is expressed in an elongation percentage. A bend test is used to achieve this percentage." Which of the properties is best described by this statement?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured 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?
"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.
In the drawing provided, there is a column at the northwest corner of the entrance. It's location is best represented by which of the following answers below?
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones below
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.
Of the list below, the two most commonly used pressure ratings on fittings are Class 125 and 250.
(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)Which of the following gases has the hottest burning neutral flame? Choose the best answer from those below.
"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.
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
In air there are numerous gases in varying proportions, which of the answers below best represents those proportions?
"Two heating irons are used in this particular type of fusion welding." This best describes which of the following answers?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "D" in the picture provided?
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
(se)Which of the terms below is used when a sine wave completes a 360° rotation?
What is the SI measurement for air pressure? Choose the best answer from the options below.
What tool is pictured below?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
What tool is pictured below?
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be manufactured without a stuffing box?
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 several different types of groove welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options below.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
If you are bypassing or modifying a ground connection, you are creating what kind of hazard?
"When required to make a square cut off line on a pipe, this coiled layout tool made of gasket material is commonly used." Which of the tools below best fits this description?
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
(se)Which answer best describes the device that can increase the frequency of an AC current, or change DC to AC? Choose your answer from the ones provided below
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
Fillet welds have fundamentally ________ different types of welds. Choose the best answer from those below to fill in the blank.
(papg) When calculating the area of a shape, you would use the terms "length" and "width". Which of the terms below represents the "length" of a 90° triangle?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
(bs)Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
Which forged steel fitting classification does not have a schedule number?
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
"Joining two metal surfaces by melting an alloy so that it forms a thin layer between the surfaces." This id the best definition of which of the terms below?
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?
Looking at the following terms, choose the best answer that is not associated with a characteristic of a gas.
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?
(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 exposed skin to burn?
"A process in which two or more items (usually metal) are joined together by melting and putting a filler metal into the joint, the filler metal having a lower melting point than the adjoining metal. " This is the best description for which of the following?
A plug valve is quick to open or quick to close. Another way of describing that profile is which of the following?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has: