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NCCER Core Module 3 Questions and
Correct Answers
Question: Ball-peen hammers are classified by __________.
Answer: weight
Question: The cross-cut chisel is made with the cutting edge wider than
the body so it does not bind when chiseling ____________.
Answer: deep grooves
Question: Torx and Robertson screws were developed to ___________.
Answer: improve grip and the torque that can be applied to a screw
Question: What type of wrench cannot be used as a screwdriver?
Answer: Combination wrench
Question: The direction of a ratchet is reversed by __________.
Answer: using the button or lever on the ratchet handle
Question: What type of pliers work well for holding fittings together on
welding projects?
Answer: Locking
Question: Why are wooden folding rules good for measuring vertical
distances?
Answer: They are stiffer than a measuring tape.
Question: What measuring tool is useful when higher elevation
measurements need to be taken from ground level?
Answer: Laser measuring tool
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NCCER Core Module 3 Questions and
Correct Answers
Question: Ball-peen hammers are classified by __________.
Answer: weight
Question: The cross-cut chisel is made with the cutting edge wider than
the body so it does not bind when chiseling ____________.
Answer: deep grooves
Question: Torx and Robertson screws were developed to ___________.
Answer: improve grip and the torque that can be applied to a screw
Question: What type of wrench cannot be used as a screwdriver?
Answer: Combination wrench
Question: The direction of a ratchet is reversed by __________.
Answer: using the button or lever on the ratchet handle
Question: What type of pliers work well for holding fittings together on
welding projects?
Answer: Locking
Question: Why are wooden folding rules good for measuring vertical
distances?
Answer: They are stiffer than a measuring tape.
Question: What measuring tool is useful when higher elevation
measurements need to be taken from ground level?
Answer: Laser measuring tool
Pretest - Stuvia US