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Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #4 is best represented by which answer below?
Class 6000 fittings are commonly made from which material?
"This gasket material is generally used in low pressure, low temperature applications." Which of the materials below best fits this description?
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
When selecting a flux, what is the most important consideration to be made?
(ofe)On oxygen cylinders, there are no seams, neither running up and down nor across. This is due to the manufacturing process that it goes though. Which of the answers below best describes this process?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
(se)"This device limits electrical flow to one direction." This statement best describes which of the devices below?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a raised face flange?
A typical file generally has one of four basic cuts. Which of the below is not one of those cuts?
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?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given 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."
"A deterioration of a metal by both mechanical means and chemical means over a period of time." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
(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?
(ofe)When the work that is being performed is not dependent on the pressure delivered from the cylinder being used, which style of regulator would most commonly used?
You have just installed a small vessel on site, the height is 29' and the base has a 9' diameter. What is the force exerted on the pad that it sits on when completely full of water? choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
The plug disc valve is a variation of which main category of valve?
(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.
(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?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
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.
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.
(se)Which of the terms below is used when a sine wave completes a 360° rotation?
(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?
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
In vertical runs of piping (risers) at each floor level there should be a support. The type of hardware used by mechanical building trades for supporting pipe would be which of the following?
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, material safety data sheets, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
A lube oil piping header has a slope of 2.5% for a 13500 mm run. What is the total drop of the line in meters? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
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?
You are ordering stud bolts to fasten two flanges together. What thread classification would you order of the following classifications?
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?
The purpose of this step is to provide a prepped surface for the solvent cement by beginning the chemical reaction that softens PVC. Of the options below, choose the best answer.
"Is a mechanical seal which fills the space between two or more mating surfaces, generally to prevent leakage from or into the joined objects while under compression." This is the best definition of which fitting?
"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?
A boiler that creates superheated water at 175 psig and 275F is covered under which code(s)?
A welder has set up a temporary fab area in a c-can. He has put 2 portable fans, one in the front and one in the back, in the c-can for ventilation. Based on the information provided, which type of ventilation is he using? Use the terms provided to choose the best answer.
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using an Allen head wrench, which type of wrench, from the answers below, are you using?
(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?
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?
(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.
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?
What tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating system?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. From the information in the provided picture, select the best answer to describe the method of dimensioning.
(wf)Structural discontinuities would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a structural discontinuity.
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?
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?
Before entering a container to work, your Journeyman asks for a gas test to be done. The foreman agrees and puts the sniffer close to the floor of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
What tool is in the picture below?
STD or Sch40 piping is measured by the nominal ______ up to ______ diameter, and by the exact ______ up to ________diameter. Use the choices below to fill in the blanks in order.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
These materials can be cooled and heated several times without any change in their chemistry or mechanical properties. This allows them to be formed and re-formed into different shapes" This is the best description of which of the terms below?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
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.
Of the answers provided, choose the thermoplastic that is used for laboratory DWV, and has similar characteristics to PP.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
(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?
What tool is in the picture below?
(ofc)/m³ and Btu/ft³ are two was of expressing ________energy. Use the terms below to select the one that best fills in the blank.
The tools pictured below represent which type of pliers?
There are some good trade practices when using a hammer. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld tee?
One side of a support is 372 mm, the other side is 739 mm. What is the smallest area that this support can be used? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(bs)In accordance to the specifications set out by AWS, which of the following symbols would be placed on a package of silver filler metals? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(v) Valves have many uses in process control. Which of the valves below would be the worst choice for a throttling application for a slurry?
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)"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?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
(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 fully enclosed box?
"Before heating, the plastic pipe and fittings can be assembled." This statement best describes which of the following?
What tool is in the picture below?
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
(ofe)Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the tip produces a shrieking noise, sparks and dark smoke.
"This type of cutting machine has a large flywheel driven by an electric motor that does the cutting." Of the answers below choose the one that is best described by this statement.
"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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld cap?
What type of copper tube is most commonly used in fabricating a hydronic systems?
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.
What tool is pictured below?
(bs)"This term denotes a type of steel that, to enhance mechanical properties has undergone alloying using different elements." which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #1 is best represented by which answer below?
A piping system that is being designed to carry a petroleum product at 16 psig and 350F would be covered under which code(s)?
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.
(ofe)The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the 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.
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
(ofe)Regulators commonly have three working parts to them. Which of the parts does the the adjusting screw attach to? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.