Correct Answers
Question 1
What joint connects two pieces at a right angle forming an L?
Correct Answer
Corner joint
Question 2
Why should synthetic clothing be avoided when welding?
Correct Answer
It can melt and stick to skin
Question 3
Why should grinders have guards installed?
Correct Answer
Protect from flying fragments
Question 4
What clothing is recommended for welding?
Correct Answer
Flame-resistant cotton or leather
Question 5
What polarity provides deeper penetration for many electrodes?
Correct Answer
DCEP (reverse polarity)
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,Question 6
What must be done after FCAW passes?
Correct Answer
Remove slag
Question 7
What line forms the base of a welding symbol?
Correct Answer
Reference line
Question 8
What protects the weld pool in FCAW?
Correct Answer
Flux core and sometimes shielding gas
Question 9
What does a flag at the arrow indicate?
Correct Answer
Field weld
Question 10
What does the third digit in an electrode classification indicate?
Correct Answer
Welding position capability
Question 11
What tool measures small gaps or thickness?
Correct Answer
Feeler gauge
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,Question 12
What is slag inclusion?
Correct Answer
Nonmetallic material trapped inside the weld
Question 13
What controls welding fumes effectively?
Correct Answer
Ventilation or fume extraction systems
Question 14
Why must tungsten be sharpened to a point for DC welding?
Correct Answer
Focus the arc
Question 15
What step should be taken after use of cutting equipment?
Correct Answer
Shut down and clean the torch and cables
Question 16
What technique helps control heat on thin materials?
Correct Answer
Pulse welding
Question 17
What must be done between SMAW passes?
Correct Answer
Remove slag and clean the bead
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, Question 18
What polarity is typically used for GMAW?
Correct Answer
DCEP (reverse polarity)
Question 19
What does GMAW stand for?
Correct Answer
Gas Metal Arc Welding
Question 20
What is toughness?
Correct Answer
Ability to absorb energy before breaking
Question 21
What position is 3F or 3G?
Correct Answer
Vertical
Question 22
What is a groove weld?
Correct Answer
Weld made in a prepared groove between members
Question 23
What joint forms a T shape?
Correct Answer
Tee joint
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