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Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
(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, with the loss of voluntary muscle control, as it travels through the body?
Of the safety concerns with soldering listed below, which would occur the least?
Straight pattern, Y pattern and angle pattern are all design variations of which style of valve?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "D" in the picture provided.
There are several disadvantages with conventional dimensioning. In the grouping of answers below, one is not a disadvantage of this style of dimensioning. Choose the best answer that applies.
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "B" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
(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 WHMIS system, "Flammable and combustible material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
______ type compression joints are also commonly referred to as ______ as well as sleeveless type.
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
(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?
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the smallest?
Of the options below, choose the one that best states the primary function of plate rolls.
The type of gauge that is most commonly used in pressure testing would be one that has a ________ date stamped or labeled on it for easy recorded by QA/QC.
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be best used to eliminate a reversal of flow in a system?
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.
(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.
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "A" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
(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?
What is the name of the grinder pictured below?
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
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.
What temperature separates soft soldering and brazing?
"The standard filler is normally sufficient for applications up to 900º F. Other soft fillers are available for higher temperatures or special applications. The choice of the metal used for the jacketed part of the fitting would depend upon the corrosive conditions being encountered." This is the best description of which of the following fittings?
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GMAW process?
(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?
"Generally concrete screws are fasteners considered _________ and have applications with _______ loads." Choose from the answers below to fill in the blanks.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to tighten a lock nut, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
The numbers encircled on the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms 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 be created during non-destructive testing of welds?
There are several sizes of portable hand drills. How are they rated? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having a defined mass, and volume, but no defined shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(ofe)"These regulators allow a consistent pressure to be fed to the tool being used. This is true despite the change in inlet pressures." Which of the regulators below is best described by this statement?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
(se)If a welding machine is left on, but no work is being done with it, what type of voltage is at the output terminals? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(wf)Which answer below best describes the undesireable situation shown by the three black arrows?
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?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to create a splice by twisting wires together, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
Of the answers below, which is the best example of the difference between a sensitive drill press and an upright drill press?
What is the SI measurement for air pressure? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Of the list below, a try cock is considered what type of valve?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
You find a workpiece that you are trying to drill a hole in too tough to position under a sensitive or upright drill press. Which of the following answers best solves this problem?
A safety relief valves has a specific relationship with the part in the system that has lowest maximum pressure setting. Of the answers below, choose the one that best reflects this relationship.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(papg) There are several different methods to calculate the grade of a slope. Which of the methods below would best represent a line to be graded up at 2%?
"Smaller tubing sizes and the strength of the operator are both characteristics that this type of bender has." Of the options below, choose the bender that best fits this description.
(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.
"Grinding on the workpiece resting on this attachment prevents sudden slips in which the wheel grabs the work momentarily and yanks it out of the operator's hand, or pulls the hand toward the wheel." This is the best description of which attachment to a bench grinder? Choose from the answers below.
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
What tool is in the picture below?
(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 to in²?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying rotate a 2" length of pipe, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
(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?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Main stop valve" variation?
(se)The connections used for welding cables must be tight. If an undersized lug is used, which of the following might occur with a high current load? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
(ofe)A neutral flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
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?
(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 skin to burn due to an elevated temperature of the exposed area?
The Variation in a gate valve's design is in the disc. How many types of disc variations are there for a gate valve?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
Files and hacksaws are similar in that they only__________. Use the answers below to complete the sentence.
A threaded fitting you are trying to reclaim has been cross threaded. Which of the items below would be best to attempt to salvage the fitting?
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.
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?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
"In drill presses and drills, to hold the drill bits and accessories, there are several tooling devices that can be used." These are commonly called which of the below?
After cutting a pipe to length with a torch beveller, what is the next step in the weld preparation process?
You are ordering stud bolts to fasten two flanges together. What thread classification would you order of the following classifications?
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.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(mse)The weld puddle does not use up the electrode in which of the following weld processes? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
There are some specific weld faults that can occur with a fillet weld. Which of these faults is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. "Infrared rays" Would best be defined by which type of energy below?
Materials used for bolts and studs have been grouped into ______ by ASME. Use the options below to fill in the blank.
(ofe)All of the following statements regarding an oxygen cylinders are true, except one. Choose the answer that does not belong.
(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.
(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 no sensation as it travels through the body?
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
The orientation of a vertical line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
Omitting this step in the solvent welding of a joint could result in blockage, turbulent flow, and cause pressure loss by restricting the bore of the pipe. Of the answers below, choose the one that applies best
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
(ofc)"This type of oxy-fuel cutting torch has preheat gases supplied to the cutting tip." Which of the following torch types is best described by this statement?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
"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?
(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?
Of the list below, the two most commonly used pressure ratings on fittings are Class 125 and 250.
(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 be created during non-destructive testing of welds?