NATE A/C & HVAC EXAM PREP COMPLETE
QUESTION BANK 2026 VERIFIED ANSWERS
●● The purpose of using flux when soldering is to:
A. anneal the surface.
B. give better heat flow.
C. reduce oxidation.
D. pre-seal the oxidation.. Answer: C. reduce oxidation.
●● Outdoor condensing units that are installed in areas where flooding is
possible must:
A. be mounted above flood level.
B. utilize NEMA 1 enclosures.
C. be mounted under an overhanging eave.
D. use water resistant components.. Answer: A. be mounted above flood
level.
●● The component used to reduce sound transmission and prevent water
leaks on a rooftop air conditioner packaged unit installation is the:
,A. curb gasket.
B. silicone caulk.
C. roof flashing.
D. roofing tar.. Answer: A. curb gasket.
●● Return air leakage in a hot attic will:
A. Increase capacity
B. Decrease capacity
C. Increase airflow
D. Decrease airflow. Answer: B. Decrease capacity
●● An air conditioner refrigerant circuit should be evacuated to a
minimum of:
A. 0 microns.
B. 200 microns.
C. 500 microns.
D. 1200 microns.. Answer: C. 500 microns.
●● Which of the following substances could create an extremely
dangerous condition if used to check refrigeration system for leaks?
,A. R-22
B. Nitrogen
C. Oxygen
D. Carbon Dioxide. Answer: D. Carbon Dioxide
●● The subcooling method for checking charge is generally used on air
conditioners with what type of metering?
A. Only externally equalized thermostatic expansion valves
B. Any thermostatic expansion valve
C. Piston type
D. Any fixed metering device. Answer: B. Any thermostatic expansion
valve
●● Supply ducts running through unconditioned space should be
insulated and have:
A. equal friction.
B. excessive air velocity.
C. a vapor barrier.
D. a transition backing.. Answer: C. a vapor barrier.
, ●● An important consideration when installing a motorized economizer
is to check to be certain that:
A. the vanes are set for a maximum 10% outdoor air.
B. the vanes open on any call for cooling.
C. the vanes operate without binding.
D. the vanes are permanently set at 50%.. Answer: C. the vanes operate
without binding.
●● On a 3 ton unit installation, the measure airflow equals 1550 CFM.
What does this indicate?
A. Proper balancing
B. Low Airflow
C. Excess airflow
D. Improper balancing. Answer: C. Excess airflow(400cfm per ton, 3
ton=1200cfm)
●● Electronic type leak detectors typically have a push-button or knob
for setting a reference refrigerant level. This feature is useful for:
A. adjusting the detector after installing a new battery.
B. checking the factory calibration of the instrument.
QUESTION BANK 2026 VERIFIED ANSWERS
●● The purpose of using flux when soldering is to:
A. anneal the surface.
B. give better heat flow.
C. reduce oxidation.
D. pre-seal the oxidation.. Answer: C. reduce oxidation.
●● Outdoor condensing units that are installed in areas where flooding is
possible must:
A. be mounted above flood level.
B. utilize NEMA 1 enclosures.
C. be mounted under an overhanging eave.
D. use water resistant components.. Answer: A. be mounted above flood
level.
●● The component used to reduce sound transmission and prevent water
leaks on a rooftop air conditioner packaged unit installation is the:
,A. curb gasket.
B. silicone caulk.
C. roof flashing.
D. roofing tar.. Answer: A. curb gasket.
●● Return air leakage in a hot attic will:
A. Increase capacity
B. Decrease capacity
C. Increase airflow
D. Decrease airflow. Answer: B. Decrease capacity
●● An air conditioner refrigerant circuit should be evacuated to a
minimum of:
A. 0 microns.
B. 200 microns.
C. 500 microns.
D. 1200 microns.. Answer: C. 500 microns.
●● Which of the following substances could create an extremely
dangerous condition if used to check refrigeration system for leaks?
,A. R-22
B. Nitrogen
C. Oxygen
D. Carbon Dioxide. Answer: D. Carbon Dioxide
●● The subcooling method for checking charge is generally used on air
conditioners with what type of metering?
A. Only externally equalized thermostatic expansion valves
B. Any thermostatic expansion valve
C. Piston type
D. Any fixed metering device. Answer: B. Any thermostatic expansion
valve
●● Supply ducts running through unconditioned space should be
insulated and have:
A. equal friction.
B. excessive air velocity.
C. a vapor barrier.
D. a transition backing.. Answer: C. a vapor barrier.
, ●● An important consideration when installing a motorized economizer
is to check to be certain that:
A. the vanes are set for a maximum 10% outdoor air.
B. the vanes open on any call for cooling.
C. the vanes operate without binding.
D. the vanes are permanently set at 50%.. Answer: C. the vanes operate
without binding.
●● On a 3 ton unit installation, the measure airflow equals 1550 CFM.
What does this indicate?
A. Proper balancing
B. Low Airflow
C. Excess airflow
D. Improper balancing. Answer: C. Excess airflow(400cfm per ton, 3
ton=1200cfm)
●● Electronic type leak detectors typically have a push-button or knob
for setting a reference refrigerant level. This feature is useful for:
A. adjusting the detector after installing a new battery.
B. checking the factory calibration of the instrument.
