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(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.
(ofe)On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
Section 315(1), (2) and (3) covering guardrails can be found in which piece of legislation below?
Calculate the density of 5 m³ of copper that weighs 3879 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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.
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 many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "A" in the picture provided?
Self-Drilling anchors are considered to be this type of anchor. Choose from the following answers.
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?
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Gas valve" variation?
If you subtract the TE from the T when fitting a threaded joint, the remainder will represent which of these terms?
(wf)In during a welded joint, the input of heat must be controlled. Which of the issues could result in a weld where the heat input was not controlled well? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the black lines outside of the weld in the picture shown?
(bs)Which of the filler metals would be most commonly used when brazing copper or copper alloys? Choose the best answer from the following filler metals.
(ofc)At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
When breaking down an element, smallest unit into which it can be divided and still retain its characteristic properties is best describes by which of the terms below?
Occupational exposure limits have threshold limits. There are three of these threshold limits that are used, of the answers provided, which is not a value used?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "D"?
The type of gauge that is most commonly used in pressure testing would be one that has a ________ date stamped or labeled on it for easy recorded by QA/QC.
(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.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "G" in the picture provided?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
"The standard filler is normally sufficient for applications up to 900º F. Other soft fillers are available for higher temperatures or special applications. The choice of the metal used for the jacketed part of the fitting would depend upon the corrosive conditions being encountered." This is the best description of which of the following fittings?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded cap?
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)After the fillet weld is complete, the weld profile looks like the green section of the picture below. Which of the terms below best describes this profile?
(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?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(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?
(mse)"Operational characteristics of an electrode can be controlled in several ways. One of those ways is by the different composition of the flux coating." Choose from the answers below the coating that does not apply to this statement.
(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?
(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.
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?
These types of portable fire extinguishers are very heavy, have a conical nozzle, and are commonly bright red. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
"This tooth count hacksaw blade is generally recommended for most uses". Which of the following blades fit that description?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
Plastic pipe can move slowly in hangers. This is due to temperature changes that have an effect on the expansion and contraction of the pipe. This mechanism is commonly called which of the below?
"This type of drill is only for up to ½" holes that need to be precise." Choose the answer below that is best described by the statement.
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
(ofe)When used in conjunction with a reverse flow check valve , a flashback arrestor is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
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?
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
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.
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
Around most construction tasks, eye protection is important. The selection of eye protection will rest mainly with which of the following answers? Choose the best one that applies.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld gate valve?
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
Before entering a confined space for the first time or re-entering after a break, it is a good practice to do which of the following?
(ofc)During the oxy-fuel cutting process, iron oxidizes. Of the terms below, which one best describes the resulting lines on the surface of the cut from this process?
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
What type of wrench 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.
(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?
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
"When required to make a square cut off line on a pipe, this coiled layout tool made of gasket material is commonly used." Which of the tools below best fits this description?
What type of punch is pictured below?
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure at an altitude of 3000 feet above sea level?
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
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
Loss of head for a valve or fitting has an equivalent in a length of the same size pipe. Which valve, a gate or an angle globe (both fully open), would have the highest losses?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. "Infrared rays" Would best be defined by which type of energy below?
When using a portable fire extinguisher to fight a fire, why is it important to aim at the base of the fire?
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.
(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.
(papg) When calculating the area of a shape, you would use the terms "length" and "width". Which of the terms below represents the "width" of a 90° triangle?
While setting up for a hydrostatic test, it is noted that the maximum output on the pump to be used is 1000 psia. The test hose that is to be used has a pressure rating of 6950 kPaa. From the answers below choose the best course of action.
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.
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
(ofc)Looking at the answers below, which one is not a cause of flashback while using an oxyacetelyne cutting torch? Choose the best answer that applies.
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
What is the SI measurement for air pressure? Choose the best answer from the options below.
(ofe)Regulators commonly have three working parts to them. Which of the parts does the the adjusting screw attach to? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
(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?
(ofe)A neutral flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
When faced with vertical movements typically in excess of 13mm, or where no residual stresses are to be transferred to the pipe, which of the supports below would be the best to install?
"This gasket material is generally used in low pressure, low temperature applications." Which of the materials below best fits this description?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
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?
Calculate the volume of 5 kg/m³ of nitrogen that weighs 2694 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #1 is best represented by which answer 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.
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?