ASNT LEVEL III BASIC ACTUAL EXAM
PAPER 2026 QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
GRADED A+
◍ Which characteristic does not apply to liquid penetrant testing?.
Answer: This method can accurately measure the depth of a crack or
discontinuity.
◍ The direction of magnetic lines of force are generally considered to be
_______ from the direction of current flow..
Answer: 90 degrees.
◍ Thin sheet may be inspected for laminar discontinuities with the ultrasonic
wave directed normal (perpendicular) to the surface by observing:.
Answer: the multiple reflection pattern.
◍ In accordance with CP-189(2020), the requirements for an NDT Level III
include:.
Answer: ASNT NDT Level III or PdM Level III certificate.
◍ What must individuals considering certification as ASNT NDT Level III be
knowledgeable about?.
Answer: They must have a broad understanding of various NDT methods,
be knowledgeable in their respective method, and be familiar with statistical
interpretations of in-process control data.
◍ Level III recertification in accordance with CP-189 requires:
A. written method examinations every five years.
B. written basic examinations every five years.
C. specific examinations every five years.
D. a current ASNT Level III certificate in the same method..
Answer: D. a current ASNT Level III certificate in the same method.
,◍ Background noise can be reduced by:.
Answer: electronic filtering.
◍ Ultrasonic velocities are different for different materials. These differences
are primarily caused by differences in the materials':.
Answer: elasticity and density.
◍ The responsibility for compliance with SNT-TC-1A lies with: А. the ASNT
Certification Board. В. the state licenses and inspections department.
C. an indeterminate entity, as this is not addressed in SNT-TC-1
A. D. the company requiring the certification..
Answer: D. the company requiring the certification
◍ In the certification of a company's personnel to SNT-TC-1A, the employer
must ensure that NDT personnel have been qualified in accordance with:
A. all industry-specific qualification specifications.
B. the customer's certification program.
C. the certifying company's written practice.
D. all requirements of SNT-TC-1
A. .
Answer: C. the certifying company's written practice.
◍ NR is a excellent tool for determining:.
Answer: the integrity of thin plastic material with a steel housing.
◍ Who is responsible for the certification of Levels I and II?.
Answer: The employer's Level III is responsible for the certification of
Levels I and II.
◍ If a certification program is to meet the minimum recommendations of
SNT-TC-1A, do the following NDT Level II examination scores meet the
minimum recommendations: General 72%, Specific 78%, and Practical
90%?
A. Yes. В. No. The minimum passing grade for any examination is 80%.
C. No. The general exam score is less than 75%.
D. No. The composite score is less than 80%..
, Answer: A. Yes.
◍ What is the function of emulsifier in the post-emulsified penetrant process?.
Answer: To react with the surface penetrant to make the penetrant
water-washable.
◍ To meet CP-189, what MT test techniques must be satisfactorily
demonstrated in a Level I practical examination in order to qualify an
individual whose job will require performing both bench and yoke
examinations?
A. Either bench or yoke tests will qualify for both techniques. B Bench tests
will qualify the candidate for both techniques. C Performance-based exams
are not a requirement for certification.
D. Bench and yoke tests must each be demonstrated..
Answer: D. Bench and yoke tests must each be demonstrated.
◍ According to ST-TC-1A, the NDT instructor:
A. does not have to be qualified as in CP-189.
B. must be qualified and as in CP-189.
C. must be NDT certified Level I
I. D. must be defined in the employer's written practice..
Answer: A. does not have to be qualified as in CP-189.
◍ SNT-TC-1A recommends a trainee should obtain work experience by
working with:
A. an ASNT Level III only.
B. an SNT-TC-1A Level IIl only.
C. a certified individual.
D. the trainee's direct supervisor..
Answer: C. a certified individual.
◍ A CP-189 certification procedure shall be:
A. approved by a Level II
I. B. written by a Level I
I. C. only written by an employer-designated Level I
I. D. approved by the employer's designated Level I
, I. .
Answer: D. approved by the employer's designated Level II.
◍ CP-189 requires experience records to:
A. be verified for initial and continuing experience. В. only be addressed for
initial certification.
C. only be needed if the individual holds a valid employer's Level IIII
certificate.
D. be updated monthly..
Answer: A. be verified for initial and continuing experience.
◍ Under Cp-189, an individual's certification expires when employment with
the employer is terminated or on the last day of the month at the end of five
years for Level I and I
I. The Level III certification expires:.
Answer: when the ASNT Level III certificate has expired.
◍ According to SNT-TC-1A, an NDT Level III individual should:
A. be knowledgeable about all international as well as domestic certification
programs. В. be certified to at least a Level Il in another method. С. be
capable of developing, qualifying, and approving procedures.
D. have at least 5 years experience in the NDT method for which he or she
is seeking certification..
Answer: С. be capable of developing, qualifying, and approving procedures.
◍ How many bundles are there in a fiber-optic borescope and what are they
called?.
Answer: Two; light guide and image guide.
◍ Which of the following items would be needed in the qualification records
of an SNT-TC-1A program?
A. Date of assignment to ND
T. В. Candidate's birthdate.
C. Candidate's resume or C
V. D. Evidence of successful completion of examinations..
Answer: D. Evidence of successful completion of examinations.
PAPER 2026 QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
GRADED A+
◍ Which characteristic does not apply to liquid penetrant testing?.
Answer: This method can accurately measure the depth of a crack or
discontinuity.
◍ The direction of magnetic lines of force are generally considered to be
_______ from the direction of current flow..
Answer: 90 degrees.
◍ Thin sheet may be inspected for laminar discontinuities with the ultrasonic
wave directed normal (perpendicular) to the surface by observing:.
Answer: the multiple reflection pattern.
◍ In accordance with CP-189(2020), the requirements for an NDT Level III
include:.
Answer: ASNT NDT Level III or PdM Level III certificate.
◍ What must individuals considering certification as ASNT NDT Level III be
knowledgeable about?.
Answer: They must have a broad understanding of various NDT methods,
be knowledgeable in their respective method, and be familiar with statistical
interpretations of in-process control data.
◍ Level III recertification in accordance with CP-189 requires:
A. written method examinations every five years.
B. written basic examinations every five years.
C. specific examinations every five years.
D. a current ASNT Level III certificate in the same method..
Answer: D. a current ASNT Level III certificate in the same method.
,◍ Background noise can be reduced by:.
Answer: electronic filtering.
◍ Ultrasonic velocities are different for different materials. These differences
are primarily caused by differences in the materials':.
Answer: elasticity and density.
◍ The responsibility for compliance with SNT-TC-1A lies with: А. the ASNT
Certification Board. В. the state licenses and inspections department.
C. an indeterminate entity, as this is not addressed in SNT-TC-1
A. D. the company requiring the certification..
Answer: D. the company requiring the certification
◍ In the certification of a company's personnel to SNT-TC-1A, the employer
must ensure that NDT personnel have been qualified in accordance with:
A. all industry-specific qualification specifications.
B. the customer's certification program.
C. the certifying company's written practice.
D. all requirements of SNT-TC-1
A. .
Answer: C. the certifying company's written practice.
◍ NR is a excellent tool for determining:.
Answer: the integrity of thin plastic material with a steel housing.
◍ Who is responsible for the certification of Levels I and II?.
Answer: The employer's Level III is responsible for the certification of
Levels I and II.
◍ If a certification program is to meet the minimum recommendations of
SNT-TC-1A, do the following NDT Level II examination scores meet the
minimum recommendations: General 72%, Specific 78%, and Practical
90%?
A. Yes. В. No. The minimum passing grade for any examination is 80%.
C. No. The general exam score is less than 75%.
D. No. The composite score is less than 80%..
, Answer: A. Yes.
◍ What is the function of emulsifier in the post-emulsified penetrant process?.
Answer: To react with the surface penetrant to make the penetrant
water-washable.
◍ To meet CP-189, what MT test techniques must be satisfactorily
demonstrated in a Level I practical examination in order to qualify an
individual whose job will require performing both bench and yoke
examinations?
A. Either bench or yoke tests will qualify for both techniques. B Bench tests
will qualify the candidate for both techniques. C Performance-based exams
are not a requirement for certification.
D. Bench and yoke tests must each be demonstrated..
Answer: D. Bench and yoke tests must each be demonstrated.
◍ According to ST-TC-1A, the NDT instructor:
A. does not have to be qualified as in CP-189.
B. must be qualified and as in CP-189.
C. must be NDT certified Level I
I. D. must be defined in the employer's written practice..
Answer: A. does not have to be qualified as in CP-189.
◍ SNT-TC-1A recommends a trainee should obtain work experience by
working with:
A. an ASNT Level III only.
B. an SNT-TC-1A Level IIl only.
C. a certified individual.
D. the trainee's direct supervisor..
Answer: C. a certified individual.
◍ A CP-189 certification procedure shall be:
A. approved by a Level II
I. B. written by a Level I
I. C. only written by an employer-designated Level I
I. D. approved by the employer's designated Level I
, I. .
Answer: D. approved by the employer's designated Level II.
◍ CP-189 requires experience records to:
A. be verified for initial and continuing experience. В. only be addressed for
initial certification.
C. only be needed if the individual holds a valid employer's Level IIII
certificate.
D. be updated monthly..
Answer: A. be verified for initial and continuing experience.
◍ Under Cp-189, an individual's certification expires when employment with
the employer is terminated or on the last day of the month at the end of five
years for Level I and I
I. The Level III certification expires:.
Answer: when the ASNT Level III certificate has expired.
◍ According to SNT-TC-1A, an NDT Level III individual should:
A. be knowledgeable about all international as well as domestic certification
programs. В. be certified to at least a Level Il in another method. С. be
capable of developing, qualifying, and approving procedures.
D. have at least 5 years experience in the NDT method for which he or she
is seeking certification..
Answer: С. be capable of developing, qualifying, and approving procedures.
◍ How many bundles are there in a fiber-optic borescope and what are they
called?.
Answer: Two; light guide and image guide.
◍ Which of the following items would be needed in the qualification records
of an SNT-TC-1A program?
A. Date of assignment to ND
T. В. Candidate's birthdate.
C. Candidate's resume or C
V. D. Evidence of successful completion of examinations..
Answer: D. Evidence of successful completion of examinations.
