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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.
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
There are three parts to a common twist drill. Which of the below is not one of those parts?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "B"?
A boiler that creates superheated water at 175 psig and 275F is covered under which code(s)?
"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?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
"An extra piece of equipment is required when testing with an air compressor." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
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.
(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?
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
A natural gas boiler has an output rating of 43500 Btu and is 67% efficient. Which of the answers below best represents it's input rating?
"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?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured 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.
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(wf)"This term refers to a physical property of a material which describes the ability of a material containing a crack to resist further cracking."
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
Fire suppression applications use CPVC piping. For this application what colour must this piping be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
(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?
The plug on the end of a 150 mm pipe has a force restriction of 250,000 N. What is the maximum operating pressure that this fitting can handle? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(se)All welding machines have a duty cycle. A machine with a duty cycle of 72% with an amperage of 425, would run continuously at what amp maximum? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Gas valve" variation?
"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?
(ofe)A carbonizing flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
After installing an utility water piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using the size of the screw to be used to size the proper screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be sizing?
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.
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
(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?
(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?
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?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air, in imperial measurement, at STP.
(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?
"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
Class 6050 is a classification of which fitting type?
What type of punch is pictured below?
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a 1:20 metric reduced scale to it, what is the actual length of the workpiece of you measure 45mm on the print? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "C" in the picture provided.
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?
The vents of a hydrotest are not in the open position on all of the high points while filling the system. Which of the following is the likely result of this situation when trying to test the system
Of the material types below, which one only is available in class 150 and 300 fittings?
A 35 meter piece of copper pipe that the first 10 m section has an operating temperature of 105°C and pressure of 34 kPa/m² until a restriction, then the temperature and pressure both drop by 15 for the remainder of the line. The entire line was originally installed at -25°C, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
"Has a female socket in which pipe is fitted. Fillet welding is done from outside on the pipe." This is the best description of which fitting?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
If you are asked to install PVC piping for a drainage system, what colour must the pipe and solvent be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Self-Drilling anchors are considered to be this type of anchor. Choose from the following answers.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When tightening a wide variety of bolts in one place, which of the wrenches below would best be suited for the job?
(wf)Dimensional defects would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a dimensional defect.
(wf)"This type of defect is defined as an interruption of the typical structure of a material typically during the welding process." This statement best defines which of the answers below?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
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.
When suspending stationary non-insulated pipe line, it is recommended to use which of the supports below?
Calculate the perimeter of a building that has a wall measurement of 12' 6⅜". Choose the best answer from the ones below.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
(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?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "B"?
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "Ï€dh"?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose from the options below.
(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?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
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.
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
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?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Firing valve" variation?
Looking at the following terms, choose the best answer that is not associated with a characteristic of a gas.
(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 outer layer of skin and the next layer, the dermis?
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.
Straight pattern, Y pattern and angle pattern are all design variations of which style of valve?
(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.
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
In the WHMIS system, "Dangerously reactive material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(ofe)On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
(papg) Areas and surface areas can be measured in metric. Which of the answers below would represent the proper time to convert mm into m in a calculation?
(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 both layers of skin and may also affect other tissue, such as sweat glands?
(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.
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "A"?
(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?
There are some good trade practices when using a hand wrench. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
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.
At the end of the month you have received 4 cheques. $1056, $2907, $4567, and $2957 were the totals, how much did you earn this month? Choose the best answers from the ones provided below.
Of the list below, a try cock is considered what type of valve?
"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?
What type of bar is pictured below?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
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?
(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.
(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?
Of the answers below, which is the best example of the difference between a sensitive drill press and an upright drill press?
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.
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
If you were to completely show a workpiece in an orthographic projection, how many views would be required as a minimum? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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?
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe force?
In air there are numerous gases in varying proportions, which of the answers below best represents those proportions?
The codes and regulations that must be followed when working with welded piping and fittings are based apon which of the following?
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?