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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.
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
Self-Drilling anchors are considered to be this type of anchor. Choose from the following answers.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that the ________ of a fluid has no effect on pressure." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
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?
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
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 "G" in the picture provided?
The Variation in a gate valve's design is in the disc. How many types of disc variations are there for a gate valve?
Your journeyman has asked you to torque a 4" #150 flange to 50 ft/lbs. This represents 30% of the total torque, which of the answers below best represents the full torque value?
(se)The melting of the electrode and/or the base metal comes from the strength of the electrical current passing through them. Of the answers below, which term best describes the strength of the current?
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has the teeth in a wavy design running from left to right. . Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
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?
"This layout tool has one chamfered edge usually. The dual purpose tool can check the material surface to assure flatness, and mark a straight line on a surface." This statement best describes which of the following tools?
A square groove double weld commonly has a maximum material thickness of ________. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
(se)Welding power sources that are AC-DC rectifier type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
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?
If you had to walk around a house and it took you 4 minutes to walk one side and 6 minutes to walk the adjacent side, how long would it take to finish the entire walk? Choose the best answers from those below
(ofc)"This type of oxy-fuel cutting torch has preheat gases supplied to the cutting tip." Which of the following torch types is best described by this statement?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
When storing plastic pipe, the pipe should be supported adequate support at all times. For long term storage, what additional step should be taken?
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
(wf)Rapid solidification, low amperage, and incomplete perheat are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(ofe)The most common type of gauge that is found on a regulator is a bourdon type. Choose from the situations below the best way not to have these gauges damaged when opening a cylinder.
Which of the following supports has a hardened steel cup set screw?
There are several different types of labeling or lettering on a drawing. In the picture below how many different types of labeling and/or lettering is there. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(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.
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum recommended filter plate for low amperage SMAW welding?
(ofc)There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "B".
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
For horizontal soldered joints, it is a good practice to apply the solder at which location?
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
(ofe)Of the flame types for the oxyacetylene torch, which of them burns the hottest at the tip of the cone? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the layout tools below would be the most accurate in transferring measurements? Choose from the following tools.
After cutting a pipe to length with a torch beveller, what is the next step in the weld preparation process?
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.
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 small volume?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using the shank and the width of the tip to size the proper screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be sizing?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "G" in the picture provided?
(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?
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
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.
"This operation of this type of chuck is with an external collar that you hand turn." This statement best describes which of the chucks below?
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
(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?
If you were trying to depict the inside workings of an item, you which of the following orthographic views would be best for the task?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
With ______ piping, fusion welding, and acid resistant clamps are the the most basic types of joining. Choose from the following to fill in the blank.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
"This Section provides such guidelines to assist those directly responsible for operating, maintaining, and inspecting power boilers." This is the best description of which of the following ASME sections?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
"If a worker is injured or has an accident on the jobsite, they must report it as soon as possible to the employer." The act that best encompasses this statement is which of the following?
Straight pattern, Y pattern and angle pattern are all design variations of which style of valve?
Fillet welds have fundamentally ________ different types of welds. Choose the best answer from those below to fill in the blank.
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?
A holding tank is 43 feet in diameter. How many feet of welding will it take to seal the lid on the top? Choose the best answers from those provided below.
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
Of the answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
What tool is in the picture below?
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.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Biological Hazards can be further broken down into subsections. Of the answers below, one is not a biological hazard, choose the answer that doesn't fit.
"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?
The fraction ⁵⁸⁄₇ is equal to which of the answers provided below?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "B"?
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?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
(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?
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
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.
There are some good trade practices when using a hand wrench. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
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
Before working on a task, you notice that a trench with vertical rebar ends is directly under the work location. Harnesses and anchor points are provided at the task location by the employer, which you are instructed to use. The piece of legislation that best covers the action of the employer is which of the below?
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld gate valve?
"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?
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.
What temperature separates soft soldering and brazing?
Composition disc type valves are part of which of the following categories?
(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?
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
"The process of shaping metal and increasing its strength by hammering or pressing." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
(ofe)When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is higher that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
(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?
(ofe)The proper procedure for setting up an oxyacetylene outfit takes an number of steps. Of the answers below, choose the one that represents these number of steps.
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
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 "C" in the picture provided?
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.