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Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
What tool is 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.
(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?
While fitting a joint you are made aware that there is no wall thickness stamped on the fitting you are going to use. The proper course of action would be?
Which form of corrosion(s) is aided by an increase in temperature? Choose the best answer from the options below.
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(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.
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?
Fillet welds have fundamentally ________ different types of welds. Choose the best answer from those below to fill in the blank.
(se)If a welding machine is left on, but no work is being done with it, what type of voltage is at the output terminals? Choose the best answer from those provided 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.
For material that is ⅜" to 1" thick, the most common type of joint preparation would be which of the following. Choose the best answer that applies
"A pressure regulator's primary function is to match the flow of gas through the regulator, while maintaining a consistent output pressure, to the demand for gas placed upon it." Why is this item required for most pneumatic tools?
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.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for energy?
(v) Some valves can be used for throttling services. Which of the valves below would have a tendency to have choked flow as a result of throttling a process?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
(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?
If you subtract the TE from the T when fitting a threaded joint, the remainder will represent which of these terms?
What tool is pictured below?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
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.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
(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?
What tool is in the picture below?
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
A threaded fitting you are trying to reclaim has been cross threaded. Which of the items below would be best to attempt to salvage the fitting?
Downstream of the aftercooler, but upstream of the reciever, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
In the drawing provided, there is a column at the northwest corner of the entrance. It's location is best represented by which of the following answers below?
(bs)"In this type of welding, the filler metal is liquid above 425°C, and deposited in the joint by other than capillary attraction." This statement best describes which of the weld methods below?
(ofe)The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
(wf)A tapered transition ratio of _________ is commonly thought to be acceptable by numerous codes. Use the answers given below to find the best ratio to fill in the blank.
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
(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 distance across a circle?
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.
A tight seal to the face is required by all respirators. This is a critical element in which of the following type(s) of respirator? Of the options below, choose the best answer.
(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.
(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.
(ofe)In a carbonizing oxyacetylene flame, the length of the feather indicates which of the conditions below? Choose the best answer from the following.
(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 distance between two ends of a sloped pipe?
A piping system that is being designed to carry a petroleum product at 16 psig and 350F would be covered under which code(s)?
(ofc)There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"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?
(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 skin to burn due to an elevated temperature of the exposed area?
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
To supply a gas test with high pressure, dry gas, which of the following would be best to use?
(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 be created during non-destructive testing of welds?
"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.
"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?
Of the answers below, which is the best example of the difference between a sensitive drill press and an upright drill press?
When suspending stationary non-insulated pipe line, it is recommended to use which of the supports below?
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
What type of screwdriver head is pictured 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?
(ofc)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 many advantages to a vertical band saw. Of the advantages, one stands out as the greatest." Of the answers below, which one best fits that description.
(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 largest range of flammability.
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?
(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?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
A cold water piping system does not exceed 4689 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XXS piping should be used
"Used to keep a piping line level, or to assure that the proper amount of grade is uniform where needed." This is the best description of which of the following items.
Copper tube DWV fittings can be used on copper pressure piping systems
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
Which forged steel fitting classification does not have a schedule number?
"In the center of a flange there is a tall hub with a bevelled end suitable for welding." This is a description of which type of flange?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for a large volume?
(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.
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
(ofe)Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
There is a mutual attraction that causes unlike molecules them to cling to each another. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
At the end of the work week, your crew installed 45% of 50 mm, Sch 40 pipe The amount required for the job is 4791 m. Which of the answers below best relates to how much pipe is left to be installed?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
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?
What type of punch is pictured below?
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
Typical hanger spacing for 76 mm black iron pipe is 4.3 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 20 m horizontal run?
(bs)In oxy-fuel welding, the two terms "forehand" and "backhand" reference the ________ of the torch, or heat source, to the puddle of the weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the options below.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
Of the options listed below, one is not an advantage of ERS over conventional soldering. Choose which one.
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.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Lockable service valve" variation?
What tool is in the picture below?
(bs)"This alloy is the combination of copper and tin." Which of the metals below is best described by this statement?
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.
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?