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(se)The distance from the molten pool of the weld to the end of the electrodes core wire is called the arc length. A distance that is ________ of the diameter of the electrodes core wire is considered normal. Choose from the following options the best answer to fill the blank.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the black lines outside of the weld in the picture shown?
(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.
(se)"This electrical current has is not bi-directional and flows only from negative to positive." This statement best describes which of the following currents?
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options below.
(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?
(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 cataracts with long term exposure?
Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. From the information in the provided picture, select the best answer to describe the method of dimensioning.
Upstream of the low pressure stage and downstream of the high pressure stage of the two stage compressor, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
What tool is in the picture below?
Pressure vessels such as pipelines, plumbing, gas cylinders, boilers and fuel tanks can be tested for strength and leaks. From the list below choose the correct testing procedure.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #2 is best represented by which answer below?
What tool is pictured below?
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
Contamination of welds is a very serious issue especially where alloys are involved. To avoid contamination from brushing out material from portions of a weld, what precaution should be taken? Choose the best answer from the choices below.
"This type of cutting machine has a large flywheel driven by an electric motor that does the cutting." Of the answers below choose the one that 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?
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
"A measure of a material's ability to undergo significant plastic deformation before rupture." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
(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?
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.
Commonly receding lines are drawn from the horizontal at 30°, 45° or 60°. If you were to draw a receding line at a 45°, it would be foreshortened by which of the amounts below. Choose the best answer from the ones provided 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.
(wf)Weld faults can happen even before the welding has occurred. Which of the answers below best describes the number of common types of pre-weld dimensional defects?
(bs)In accordance to the specifications set out by AWS, which of the following symbols would be placed on a package of silver filler metals? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The intensity of sound is measured in dBA. In the workplace the suggested dBA level for wearing hearing protection over an 8 hour day would be which of the below?
(ofc)At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
Which of the measurements below is the metric standard for the breaking strength of bolts?
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
What type of bar is pictured below?
There are three types of radiant energy that is given off by a typical welding arc. Choose the one that does not apply from the answers below.
(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?
(wf)"This is the term used for the point where the material begins to have permanent deformation." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
You are asked to install 753 meters of 50mm, Sch 40 pipe. At the end of the day, you have 157 meters installed, how many meters do you have left until the job is complete? Choose the best anser from the ones provided below.
"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
What is the name of the grinder pictured below?
The orientation of a vertical line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
After seal welding a box, the painters ask how much paint they are going to need to coat the outside. The box is 230 mm long, 450 mm high and 375 mm wide. Of the answers below, choose the best one that reflects this number.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
(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.
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.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Appliance valve" variation?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
Which type of flange is machines with a flat face to help facilitate frequent cleaning or inspection?
These manufacturer installed items must be removed before the piping is put into operation, but not before the Variable Spring Hanger is installed and fully loaded. Of the selections below, which items best fits this description?
If you are bypassing or modifying a ground connection, you are creating what kind of hazard?
Upstream of the aftercooler and downstream of the air intake should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
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 parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "F" in the picture provided?
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.
Of the options listed below, one is not an advantage of ERS over conventional soldering. Choose which one.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #4 is best represented by which answer below?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using a "Robertson" screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be using?
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every third tooth straight, while the two before it are bent slightly to the side opposite of each other. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding one of the first two passes, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
(se)When the current flow meets resistance in a conductor, that energy is turned into what form? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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?
Use the answers below to answer the following question. "To aid in the removal of trapped sediment and small debris, a valve should be closed in which manner?
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
These materials can be cooled and heated several times without any change in their chemistry or mechanical properties. This allows them to be formed and re-formed into different shapes" This is the best description of which of the terms 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?
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?
The fraction ⁵⁸⁄₇ is equal to which of the answers provided 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 the eyeball to blister?
What are the two common wall thicknesses for copper tubing?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "K" represent in this formula?
(ofc)Which of the following gases has the highest MJ/m³ rating? 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?
What tool is pictured below?
To supply a gas test with high pressure, dry gas, which of the following would be best to use?
"The standard filler is normally sufficient for applications up to 900Āŗ 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?
Typical hanger spacing for 50 mm cast iron pipe is 3.0 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 13 m horizontal run?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
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?
If the welding apprentices tacked 4 welds in an hour, how many welds would be tacked by 3 apprentices in a 37.5 hour work week? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
A dielectric union would be placed into lines to prevent which condition?
Which of the following supports has a hardened steel cup set screw?
What tool is in the picture below?
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
(wf)"This term deals with the increase in stress in an area of a weld near a crack, depression, or a sharp angle. Although the calculated stressing may be quite safe, it can be enough to cause failure of the weld." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
A small percentage of fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
(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.
(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?
"This two-part anchoring system consists of resin and hardener which are combined through a mixing nozzle, and an anchor rod." This is the best description of which of the following anchors?
"This workplace hazard consists of organisms or organic matters produced by these organisms that are harmful to human health." This statement best describes which of the hazards below?
Convert 45 Dekameters to Decimeters. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GMAW process?
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?
"_________ is an injury caused by freezing of the skin and underlying tissues. First your skin becomes very cold and red, then numb, hard and pale." Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
(bs)This filler metal is most commonly used with cobalt alloys, and applications that have an extremely high service temperature." This statement describes which of the filler metals below best?