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A pressure of 379 kPa is showing on your absolute pressure gauge. Your journeyman needs that in converted to psig. Which of the answers below best reflects the number that you will give them?
"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?
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 "B" in the picture provided?
"This gas irritates sensitive skin and mucous membranes. It is non-flammable, has an unpleasant odour, and is colourless." This statement best describes which of the following gases?
(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.
Blueprints are assebled into groups for ease of accessing the information quickly. In the commercial or industrial ares of work, there are commonly ________ divisions of these blueprints. Choose from the answers below to best fill in the blank.
The pressure of the hydraulic torque might warp the flange before the stubot has reached the desired length. From the options bellow, what is the best solution to alleviate this issue?
What type of bar is pictured below?
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?
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Insulated service valve" variation?
(ofe)The safe working pressure of acetylene is 15 psi. As the temperature of the gas increases, this pressure will change. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to explain what this change will be.
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. ""Ultraviolet rays" Would best be defined by which type of energy 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)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
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded gate valve?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
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.
(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?
(ofe)The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld ball valve?
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, worker education, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
"This style of check valves doesn't rely on flow reversal or gravity to close. Instead, the valve is closed by a spring." Of the valves below, this is the best description of which?
(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?
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
When dealing with welding gases and fumes, it is a good practice to limit your exposure to them. The first option to reduce exposure to these fumes and gases is to weld in which of the following locations?
(ofc)Which of the following gases has the hottest burning neutral flame? Choose the best answer from those below.
"This layout tool consists of a calibrated protractor, X-shaped frame, and a triple jointed marking arm and holder. This allows for marking of steel or pipe." Of the answers below, choose the one is best defined by this statement.
(ofc)Of the following answers, which is the best one for the torch pictured 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.
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
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.
Burns have a classification by degree. If you have a surface burn, it would be considered which of the following?
The materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"Before heating, the plastic pipe and fittings can be assembled." This statement best describes which of the following?
Convert 45 Dekameters to Decimeters. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that the ________ of a fluid has no effect on pressure." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
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?
"A process in which a liquid metal is somehow delivered into a mold." This statement is the best description of which term below?
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
This type of valve can be installed in locations that are unavailable for a gate valve, but will give you similar valve characteristics. Of the options below, which valve is being described?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
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?
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
(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?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Corporation stop valve" variation?
(mse)"Operational characteristics of an electrode can be controlled in several ways. One of those ways is by the different composition of the flux coating." Choose from the answers below the coating that does not apply to this statement.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
These manufacturer installed items must be removed before the piping is put into operation, but not before the Variable Spring Hanger is installed and fully loaded. Of the selections below, which items best fits this description?
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 pressure?
"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?
What tool is in the picture below?
Material safety data sheets are required to be accompany all controlled substances from the supplier. There are _______ that make up these sheets, providing more detail than the label. Use the answers below to fill in the blank
(wf)Rapid solidification, low amperage, and incomplete perheat are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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?
(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.
A fume extracting welding gun works well with which other source of ventilation? Choose the best answer from the choices below
(ws) While welding, there may be contact with extremely hot metals, slag and sparks. Which of the answers below best relates to damage being done to the epidermis resulting in blistering?
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers below.
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates which of the below?
(ofe)The _________ has an excess of acetylene, the inner cone has a feathery edge, called the acetylene feather, extending beyond it. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
(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?
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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld cap?
Please add the following fractions ⁴⁄₈, ⁶⁄₁₂, ⁵⁄₈, ⅔. Choose your answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
(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?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
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.
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers is not one of them.
Class 6000 fittings are commonly made from which material?
Lift, swing, and non slam are all variations of which type of valve?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
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?
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "F" in the picture provided?
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.
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.
______ type compression joints are also commonly referred to as ______ as well as sleeveless type.
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
(v) Individual types of valve have certain characteristics. Which of the valves below would be available in angle, Y, and straight configurations?
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 "A" in the picture provided?
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
(bs)Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
(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?
(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?
(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?
(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?
"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.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
This design of this fastener allows you to secure the object though holes that are drilled in the piece beforehand. Which of the following fasteners is designed in the same manner?
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?