The rate of travel or speed at which the weld progresses along the joint affects ____.
A) the size and shape of the weld
B) the width, reinforcement, and penetration of the weld
C) the strength, appearance, and possible acceptance of the joint
D) the reinforcement, width, and appearance of the weld

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The rate of travel or speed at which the weld progresses along the joint affects the width, reinforcement, and penetration of the weld. This is because if the speed is too slow, the weld pool becomes too large, resulting in excess reinforcement or width. On the other hand, if the speed is too fast, the weld does not penetrate deeply, resulting in poor strength. Therefore, the appropriate speed needs to be selected to achieve the required width, reinforcement, and penetration of the weld, which are critical for the strength, appearance, and possible acceptance of the joint.

The Rate of Travel or Speed at Which the Weld