1st - Q - Exam - Grade 9 - Smaw - 25
1st - Q - Exam - Grade 9 - Smaw - 25
1st - Q - Exam - Grade 9 - Smaw - 25
Test 1- Multiple Choice: Choose the letter that best describes the answer. Use a separate
clean paper as your answer sheet.
1. What is the basis for identifying the recommended arc length to be maintained when
striking an arc?
a. diameter of filler metal c. type of electrode
b. diameter of the flux d. thickness of the base metal
3. What is the recommended travel angle and work angle in striking an arc in flat position?
a. 65° - 75°, 90° c. 70°, 90°
b. 75° - 85°, 95° d. 60°, 85°
7. What is the prescribed safe lens shade if the electrode size is 1/16 – 5/32 and amperage
is 75-200 amperes?
a. # 8 b. # 10 c. # 12 d. # 14
8. What is the prescribed safe lens shade if the electrode size is 5/16 – 3/8 and amperage
is 400+ amperes?
a. # 8 b. # 10 c. # 12 d. # 14
11. The growing together or growth into one body of materials being welded is called.
a. coalescence b. spatter c. fusion welding d. bead
12. A joining process produces a coalescence of materials by heating to a melting point, with
or without the use of filler metal is called.
a. oxyacetylene gas cutting c. grinding
b. sawing d. welding
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14. The function of flux in an electrode is:
a. stabilize the arc
b. forms a gaseous atmosphere which protect the weld pool
c. to provide a means of welding alloy to the weld metal
d. all of the above
19. It is done by touching the electrode to the base metal like scratching a match.
a. Tapping Method
b. Scratching Method
c. All of these
d. None of there
20. It is done by moving the electrode downward until it steps to the base metal then
bringing the electrode up slightly to form an arc.
a. Tapping Method
b. Scratching Method
c. All of these
d. None of these
23. General purpose electrodes use for welding steels of 0.25 percent or less carbon.
a. mild steel electrodes b. low hydrogen electrodes
c. low alloy electrodesd. hard surfacing electrode
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25. Which of the following is/are the common ways of classifying electrode (by the covering on
the electrode)?
a. Bare-Electrode b. Flux-Dipped Electrode
c. Dusted Electrode d. All of the above
26. The following are the common electrode width sizes, EXCEPT:
a. 3/32ӯ b. 3/16ӯ c. 7/32ӯ d. 1/16ӯ
27. In Shielded Metal Arc Welding, which factor/s should a welder must consider in choosing
the right electrodes to use?
a. Kinds of Base Metal b. Types of Welding Equipment
c. Cost Limits d. All of the above
29. An electrode used in shipbuilding, pressure vessels, bridges, hot and cold cast iron welding.
a. E-308 L-16 b. E-7018 c. E-6011 d. E-6013
30. Which of the following is best done when welding a stainless steel?
a. Preheat stainless steel.
b. Use the same tools and equipment for both stainless steel and carbon steel.
c. Use fast travel speed because stainless steel expands 50% more and slower than mild steel.
d. Weld just like carbon steel.
31. What is the basis for identifying the recommended arc length to be maintained when striking
an arc?
a. diameter of filler metal c. type of electrode
b. diameter of the flux d. thickness of the base metal
32. What is the recommended travel angle and work angle in striking an arc in flat position?
a. 65⁰ - 75⁰, 90⁰ c. 70⁰ - 90⁰
b. 75⁰ - 85⁰, 95⁰ d. 60⁰, 85⁰
34. It is done by touching the electrode to the base metal like scratching a match.
a. Tapping method c. All of these
b. Scratching method d. None of these
35. The diameter of the electrode to be used in welding operations depends upon the:
a. thickness of the base metal c. type of base metal
b. welding position d. none of these
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38. How many teeth per inch of blade of a hack saw recommended for thin tubing and pipe?
39. Arrange the step in mounting blade to the metal frame of a Hacksaw.
a. attach the blade to the frame by pointing the teeth away from the handle.
b. select the correct type of blade
c. tighten the wing nut of the handle until the blade is tight enough
a. a,b,c b. b,c,a c. b,a,c d. c,a,b
Draw three (3) welding defects and explain each defect in 2-3 sentences.
Prepared by:
REY A. FERNANDEZ
TLE Teacher
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