Question 1

The L series is the most ____________________ common pipe series.

Accepted Answer

common

Question 2

Parts used to join sections of pipe are called fitments.

Accepted Answer

Parts used to join sections of pipe are called fittings, not fitments.

Question 3

The two common methods of projections used for piping drawings are orthographic and isometric.

Accepted Answer

Orthographic and isometric projections are two common methods used for piping drawings.

Question 4

The three general classes of fittings are screwed, welded, and ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The three general classes of fittings are...

Question 5

Pipe fittings are specified by the outside diameter of the pipe on which they will be installed.

Accepted Answer

Pipe fittings are specified by the inside diameter of the pipe on which they will be installed.

Question 6

There are ____ different pipe weights (wall thicknesses).

Accepted Answer

Pipe weights, or wall thicknesses, come in a variety of specifications to suit different pressure and structural requirements. The American Petroleum Institute (API) specifies ten distinct schedules that are widely used internationally, indicating ten different pipe weights.

Question 7

Extra strong pipe is schedule ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Extra strong pipe is schedule ____________________....

Question 8

A major advantage of pipe flanges is ____.

Accepted Answer

Pipe flanges allow for quick disassembly and reassembly of piping systems, which is useful for maintenance and repairs.

Question 9

The pipe schedule number indicates its ____.

Accepted Answer

The pipe schedule number indicates the wall thickness of the pipe.

Question 10

NPT stands for ____.

Accepted Answer

NPT stands for National Pipe Thread, which refers to the American standard for tapered threads used in plumbing and pipework. Option A (Nominal Pipe Thread) is close but not quite correct, while options B and D are completely incorrect.

Question 11

The abbreviation for inside diameter is IN. DIA.

Accepted Answer

The correct abbreviation for inside diameter is ID. DIA is not a commonly used abbreviation in engineering or manufacturing industries.

Question 12

Standard steel or cast iron pipe is specified by the ______________________________ diameter.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Standard steel or cast iron pipe is...

Question 13

ABS pipe is typically used for ____ .

Accepted Answer

ABS pipe is commonly used for waste and vent systems in residential and commercial buildings. It is also used for some industrial and agricultural applications. While it can handle some chemicals and gases, other types of pipe may be better suited for those purposes. Water supply systems typically use copper, CPVC, or PEX pipes.

Question 14

Valves are used in piping systems to stop or regulate the flow of fluids or gasses.

Accepted Answer

Valves are indeed used in piping systems to stop or regulate the flow of fluids or gasses.

Question 15

Fittings that connect different sizes of pipes are called ____________________ fittings.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Fittings that connect different sizes of pipes...

Quiz 20: Piping Drawings

The L series is the most ____________________ common pipe series.