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Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Complete the following sentence with the options below. "This Section covers general descriptions, terminology and operation guidelines applicable to steel and cast iron boilers limited to the operating ranges of ASME _______."
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
(ofe)Working with explosive gases is a dangerous prospect, you have to be aware of the limits of flammability for the gas you are working with. Of the gases below, choose the one that has the range of flammability that is 5.3%-14% in air.
"During the creation of this style of groove, the steel of the pipe is cold formed while it is displaced inward." Of the answers below, choose the one best described by this statement.
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
"A process in which a liquid metal is somehow delivered into a mold." This statement is the best description of which term below?
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
Burns have a classification by degree. If you have a surface burn, it would be considered which of the following?
(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?
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? Choose the best answer from those provided below
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a raised face flange?
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
(ofc)There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
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.
Soapstone is commonly available in three grades. Which grade would be best served for marking out steel? Choose your answer from the options below.
"Easy rotation of the piping to allow for even wearing of the pipe in an abrasive application." This is the best description of which of the plastic pipe joining types below?
Of the selection below choose which measurement this sentence best describes. "Not widely used for gas pressures, This measurement is mostly used in materials science, where the tensile strength of a material is measured as a large number of psi."
(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.
(v) Individual types of valve have certain characteristics. Which of the valves below would be available in angle, Y, and straight configurations?
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.
Electrical shock accounts for a large number of workplace injuries. Which of the following would not increase the possibility of electrical shock? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "C" in the picture provided?
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."
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
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.
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 90° elbow?
(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 sever eye strain, and possible blindness?
Downstream of the aftercooler, but upstream of the reciever, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
(bs)"This is the term used for the metal or steel that you are actually welding on." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided below.
(se)Which device below uses one or more diodes to restrict current to flow to one direction, changing AC to DC in the process? From the answers below, choose the best one.
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?
Convert 0.67 to the the nearest practical fraction. Choose the best answer from the ones below
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
(ofc)There are three commonly used basic systems of controlling the operation of a mechanized oxy-fuel cutter. Which of the answers below is not one of them? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
Of the material types below, which one only is available in class 150 and 300 fittings?
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.
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
Which type of flange is machines with a flat face to help facilitate frequent cleaning or inspection?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
What are the two common wall thicknesses for copper tubing?
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
(ofe)Of the gases below, choose the one that has the highest flame temperature in its neutral state.
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, worker education, material safety data sheets and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
"This type of cutting machine is perfect for busy shops. When the machine is loaded, and starts to cut the material, it allows the operator to do other tasks while the machine is cutting." This statement best describes which of the following metal cutters
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.
There a a number of steps in the proper fabrication of a Bell-end joint. Choose the answer below that reflects that number the best.
Youare going to dig a well on your land to get water, you have bought a small suction pump that will create a vacuum equal to a column 984 mm Hg. Which answer below best represents the maximum depth that the well can be while using this pump?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
"When two or more substances are combined and each retain their own chemical identity." Choose the term below that best reflects this statement.
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
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.
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
(ofe)Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the explosive condition that occurs upstream the mixer and can include all of the components in the outfit including the regulator.
Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Fire suppression applications use CPVC piping. For this application what colour must this piping be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
(ofc)After manually oxy-fuel cutting a piece of 75 mm plate in half, your journeyman notices that the kerf lines are indicating a 25% lag in the slag stream. What is he trying to tell you? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the orientation of the numerical dimensions.
(se)Welding power sources that are AC transformer type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
"The steps in preparing this type of fusion weld and a steel weld are very similar." Which of the answers below best fits this description?
There is a mutual attraction that causes like molecules them to cling to each another. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
To cut a piece of structural steel with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
(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.
Files and hacksaws are similar in that they only__________. Use the answers below to complete the sentence.
"Generally concrete screws are fasteners considered _________ and have applications with _______ loads." Choose from the answers below to fill in the blanks.
"When used in conjunction with similarly threaded nuts, These externally threaded devices are used to create a joining of two or more components." This is the best description of which of the items below?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
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.
(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?
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?
One of the constants in an isometric drawing is that all angles recede ________ from the horizontal. Choose the best answer from the ones below to fill in the blank.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
"A substance used to promote fusion that is applied to surfaces to be joined to keep them free from oxide and promote their union." This is the best definition of which of the soldering terms below?
Straight pattern, Y pattern and angle pattern are all design variations of which style of valve?
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones below
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.
(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, "Other poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(bs)"This alloy is the combination of copper and tin." Which of the metals below is best described by this statement?
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 picture provided?
"The ability of a body to resist a distorting influence and to return to its original size and shape when that influence or force is removed." This is the best definition of which of the terms below?
The first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.
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.
(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 half the distance across a circle?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
(ofe)Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the flame burns back into the tip, followed by a "pop" noise?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Main stop valve" variation?
All butt weld fittings must have _____ pieces of information stamped on them.
(papg) There are several steps to determining the area of a circle. Which of the answers below would you square to calculate the area of a circle?