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(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a steep volt-amp curve. It is well suited for SMAW and GTAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
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.
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
In the groove and shoulder system, if you use a roll groove, what is the disadvantage of this type of groove? Choose the best answer of the options below.
(wf)"This term refers to the physical property of a material to resist plastic deformation, penetration or indentation." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
"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?
Looking at the following terms, choose the best answer that is not associated with a characteristic of a gas.
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 "H" in the picture provided?
Copper tube pressure fittings can be used on copper tube DWV piping systems.
(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?
(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)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
(wf)There is a great variety of ______ . This encompasses any flaw that compromises the acceptable standard for a weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blanks from the ones provided below.
What tool is in the picture below?
(ofe)The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
At the warehouse, they have received an exchanger. You look at the waybill, and see that it was discounted 3 separate times for 15%, 12% and 6% each. If the original price was $45,692, which of the answers below best represents the final purchase price?
These multi-purpose portable fire extinguishers are light, commonly red, and have a short nozzle or a narrow length of hose. Choose from the answers below the one that best applies.
The fraction ⅜ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
(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.
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
To cut a piece of copper tube with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
"This type of breathing apparatus is designed to allow a reserve of air for 5-10 minutes." The answer below that this statement best describes is which one?
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 roof of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
(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?
Lift, swing, and non slam are all variations of which type of valve?
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
(wf)The specific requirements of fabrication must include any of the the welding processes. Chemical and mechanical factors are taken into account in every facet of that fabrication. Any deviation from these requirements would be considered a defect." This statement best describes which of the following weld defects?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Firing valve" variation?
At the bottom of a column of water, the pressure is 459 psi, how high is this column? Choose the best answer from those provided below
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
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.
(mse)"A load that is relatively constant for an extended time, is considered to be a ________ load." This statement best describes which of the answers below?
The characteristic of fluidity is shared by two of the three states of matter. Of the answers below, choose the one state that this characteristic does not apply to.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to bend wires in an extremely tight spot, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
A small system has been filled and is ready to pressure up. Which of the pumps below would be the best to use for this test?
What tool is in the picture below?
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
(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?
Calculate the mass of 2.75 m³ of stainless steel that weighs 3790 kg/m³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(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?
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.
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options below.
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
In the WHMIS system, "Flammable and combustible material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(wf)The best term to describe the portion of the weld between the two black line would be which of the below?
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
Which of the following supports has a hardened steel cup set screw?
The plug disc valve is a variation of which main category of valve?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Gas valve" variation?
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.
"This material is formed with cross-linking, and becomes irreversibly rigid after the reaction has taken place." This is the best description of which of the terms below?
Fire suppression applications use CPVC piping. For this application what colour must this piping be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
There are a great many ways to give information about the shape of an object. Certain ways of drawing or views will give some information clearer than others. Of the answers below, choose the best term that describes the following picture.
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "P" represent in this formula?
"Are used with meters for the purpose of measuring the flow rate of either liquids or gases in the respective pipeline. Pairs of pressure "Tappings", mostly on 2 sides, directly opposite each other, are machined into the flange." This is the best description of which type of fitting?
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
The references in red along the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones below
"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?
Of the answers below, which best reflects the name of the drill pictured?
(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?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
What formula would be correct when attempting to calculate the fitting allowance of a threaded 90 degree elbow?
Your journeyman is fitting up a joint and asks you to check to see if the pipe is "plumb". Which way would you hold the level to get that information? From the following options, choose the best answer.
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.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
Pipe size is specified with two non-dimensional numbers: ________ diameter based on inches, and _______ for wall thickness. Of the options below, fill in the blanks.
Use the following answers to fill in the blank. "The _________ should be reviewed to be assured that the proper studbolts and nuts are being used."
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?
"This tooth count hacksaw blade is generally recommended for most uses". Which of the following blades fit that description?
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.
"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.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Appliance valve" variation?
Of the material types below, which one only is available in class 150 and 300 fittings?
(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.
For horizontal soldered joints, it is a good practice to apply the solder at which location?
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
(v) Some valves can be used for throttling services. Which of the valves below would be restricted in a throttling service to a minimum of 30° and a maximum of 80° of the disc opening?
There are generally considered to be four types of welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Calculate the relative density of a steel at 2357 lb/ft³ with water at 62.4 lb/ft³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
Soapstone is commonly available in three grades. Which grade would be best served for marking out steel? Choose your answer from the options below.
A water holding tank has a base of 25.67 m² and a height of 10 m, what is the force acting on the base of the tank? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight valve?
(ofe)One of the components in a oxyacetylene outfit is required to deliver a pressure that is consistent despite source pressure fluctuations. Which of the following components best fits this function?
What tool is 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?
(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."
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?