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(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Copper tube pressure fittings can be used on copper tube DWV piping systems.
(ofe)All of the following statements regarding an oxygen cylinders are true, except one. Choose the answer that does not belong.
"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.
(se)While welding, what is the result of leangthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Of the three common forged steel fitting classifications, class 4500 is considered:
(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 of 3.4%-10.8%in air.
In the WHMIS system, "Other poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(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?
(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?
The materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
"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?
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
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.
At the bottom of a column of water, the pressure is 459 psi, how high is this column? Choose the best answer from those provided below
There are a great many ways to give information about the shape of an object. Certain ways of drawing or views will give some information clearer than others. Of the answers below, choose the best term that describes the following picture.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in metric measurement.
(papg) When calculating the area of a shape, you would use the terms "length" and "width". Which of the terms below represents the "length" of a 90° triangle?
Downstream of the second stage of the compressor, but upstream of the moisture separator, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
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?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, but no defined volume or shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The codes and regulations that must be followed when working with welded piping and fittings are based apon which of the following?
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
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.
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(ofc)The type of oxy-fuel cutting torch that has a cutting tip which is supplied with mixed pre-heat gases are typically called which of the names below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Firing valve" variation?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "I" in the picture provided?
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?
A natural gas boiler has an output rating of 43500 Btu and is 67% efficient. Which of the answers below best represents it's input rating?
There is a molecular attraction that causes like molecules to form a meniscus on the surface of a liquid. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
Which forged steel fitting classification does not have a schedule number?
Of the answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
The alignment of holes in two or more pieces of plate at the same time can be a challenge. Which of the tool below would be best in this situation?
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.
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
A support that is floor mounted by welding or by anchors, is commonly called which of the following?
The plug disc valve is a variation of which main category of valve?
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
(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?
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?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(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.
Type "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
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.
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references 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.
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
What application is better suited for a double flared fitting?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for mass?
(v) Individual types of valve have certain characteristics. Which of the valves below, when partially opened, would suffer from wire-drawing of the disc and seat?
"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?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "G" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
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.
(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?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
What tool is in the picture below?
"It is a method of drawing which you can represent your shapes into three- dimensional view. An angle of 30 degree is taken in all its sides in order to give a 3d look." This statement best describes which of the following drawing methods?
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
Of the options below, what is the following sentence describing? "This is a mechanism that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects together."
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?
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
Composition disc type valves are part of which of the following categories?
What tool is pictured below?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Calculate the relative density of a compound at 10456 kg/m³ with water at 1000 kg/m³. Select the best answer from the ones provided 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.
(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.
Commonly in oblique drawings, there is a 50% reduction in depth to add realism to the object. Which of the terms below best describes this practice?
Piping that you have to be order for a job needs to be absolutely devoid of any surface contamination. Which of the following finishes will you ask to have put on your piping?
(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 elevation between two ends of a sloped pipe?
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance being chemically joined in fixed proportions of two or more different types of atoms.
"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?
What type of bar is pictured below?
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?
"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?
(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 GTAW welding?
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
(papg) Areas and surface areas can be measured in both square inches and square feet. Which of the answers below would allow you to convert ft² from in²?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "D" in the picture provided?
(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?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having a defined mass, and volume, but no defined shape? 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?
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?
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 "Cock stop valve" variation?
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.