ASME - Sample .Questions - 1

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ASME IX PRACTICE QUESTIONS

(Closed Book)
1.
The purpose of the WPS and PQR is to determine that:

A.
B.
C.
D.
2.
essential variables
qualification test & examination results
supplementary essential variables (when notch toughness is
required)
What is the earliest Edition of Section IX recognized by the current

edition?
A.
B.
C.
D.
5.
Non-essential variables
Essential variables
Ranges of 1 & 2 above
All of the above
The PQR must list:

A.
B.
C.
4.
welder is qualified
base metals are strong enough
weldment has the desired properties
skill of the welder
The WPS lists:

A.
B.
C.
D.
3.
The
The
The
The
1958
1992
1987
1962
New Welding Procedure Specifications must meet the _________

Edition and Addenda of Section IX.
A.
1962
B.
current
C.
1986
D.
1995
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6.
Each ____________________ shall conduct the tests required by

Section IX to qualify the WPSs used during the construction,
alteration, or repair.
A.
B.
C.
D.
7.
The records of procedure, welder and welding operator qualification

must be available to the __________.
A.
B.
C.
D.
8.
Vertical
Flat & horizontal
Flat & overhead
Horizontal
A welder qualifying with plate fillet welds in the 3F and $f positions

is qualified to weld groove welds in plate in the _____________
positions.
A.
B.
C.
D.
10.
Manufacturer
Welder
Authorised Inspector
Foreman
A welder qualifying with a groove weld in plate in the 4G position is

qualified to weld groove welds in plate and pipe over 24O.D. in at
least the ________ positions.
A.
B.
C.
D.
9.
Welder or welding operator

Manufacturer or contractor
Inspector
All of the above
Flat only
Flat and horizontal
Flat and vertical
None of the above
A welder qualifying by making a groove weld on pipe with an O.D.

of in the 5G position is qualified to weld groove welds in:
A.
B.
C.
D.
O.D. Pipe in the overhead position

6 O.D. Pipe in the vertical position
O.D. pipe in the horizontal position
None of the above
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11.
In general, qualification on groove welds also qualifies a welder to

make:
A.
B.
C.
D.
12.
Charpy V-notch tests are performed to determine a weldments

A.
B.
C.
D.
13.
3.5%
0.5%
5%
All of the above
Guided-bend specimens shall have no open defects in the weld or

heat effected zone exceeding __________ measured in any
direction on the convex surface of the specimen after bending.
A.
B.
C.
D.
16.
True
False
When a tensile specimen breaks in the base metal outside of the

weld or fusion line, the strength recorded may be at most ____
below the specified tensile and be accepted.
A.
B.
C.
D.
15.
Tensile strength
Ductility
Notch toughness
All of above
A welder making a groove weld using the SAW process on P1

materials may be qualified using radiography.
A.
B.
14.
Stud welds
Overhand welds
Fillet welds
All of the above
1/16
3/32
1/8
None of the above
When using radiographs to qualify welder, the acceptance standards

used are found in:
A.
ASME Section V
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B.
C.
D.
17.
A WPS must describe:

A.
B.
C.
D.
18.
Inspector
Manufacturer or contractor
Welder
All of the above
For the SMAW process ___________________ is an essential

variables for the WPS.
A.
B.
C.
D.
21.
Nonessential variables
Essential variables
Results of Welder Qualification tests
Project description & NDE methods
The _______ must certify the PQR as accurate.

A.
B.
C.
D.
20.
Essential variables
Nonessential variables
Supplementary essential variable when required for notch
toughness
All of the above
A PQR must describe:

A.
B.
C.
D.
19.
ASME Section IX
ASME Section VII
The referencing code
Groove design
Post Weld Heat Treatment
Root spacing
Method of cleaning
For the SAW process ________________________ is an essential

variable for the WPS.
A.
B.
C.
D.
Supplemental powdered filler metal (if used)

Filler metal diameter
Preheat maintenance
Addition or deletion of peening
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22.
The basic purpose of testing a welder is to establish the welders

____________________________.
A.
B.
C.
D.
23.
The record of a welders performance test is called a _______.

A.
B.
C.
D.
24.
Without backing
With all base metals
With backing only
With P1 backing only
Immediate retests of welders qualifications coupons:

A.
B.
C.
D.
27.
Yes
No.
A welder qualifying with a groove weld welded from both sides is

qualified to weld ________________.
A.
B.
C.
D.
26.
PQR
WQR
WPS
WPQ
If a welder qualified with the SMAW process on Jan. 1,1994 and last
welded with SMAW on March 15, 1994, would he still be qualified
on October 7, 1994?
A.
B.
25.
Knowledge of welding requirements

Ability to deposit sound weld metal
Mechanical ability to operate equipment
General attitude toward welding inspectors
Must use the same method

May use any method
Are not allowed
Require Inspector approval
Welder performance qualification records must describe all the

___________ variables specified.
A.
B.
Essential & nonessential

Nonessential
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C.
D.
28.
A welder depositing 1/2" of weld metal with the SMAW process is

qualified to deposit up to ____________ of weld metal.
A.
B.
C.
D.
29.
P-1- P-11 to P-1 P 11

P-8 P8
P-21 P-25 TO P-21-P-25
P21 to P21 only
Welding electrodes are grouped in Section IX by:

A.
B.
C.
D.
32.
Electrodes
Flux
Base metals
Joints
A welder qualifying by welding P-No. 21 to P-No.21 is qualified to

weld:
A.
B.
C.
D.
31.
8
Max to be welded
1
P numbers are used to designate groups of:

A.
B.
C.
D.
30.
Essential
Brazing
AWS class
ASME specification
SFA
F number
Ferrous weld metal chemical composition may be designated

using:
A.
B.
C.
D.
P number
Welder I.D.
A number
Page number
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33.
For
welder
qualifications
with
the
SMAW
______________________ is an essential variable.
A.
B.
C.
D.
34.
Yes
No
Not enough information provided
Yes, provided pipe is carbon steel, P#1
What is the difference between gas metal arc-welding and gas

tungsten arc-welding processes?
A.
B.
C.
D.
37.
P number
Unique identifier
Hood & gloves
Inspector
May a welder, qualified in the 2G position on inch thick plate,

weld a 1 inch outside diameter pipe, inch thick in the horizontal
position without re-qualification?
A.
B.
C.
D.
36.
Base metal thickness

Peening
P-number
Electrode diameter
Each welder must be assigned a(n):

A.
B.
C.
D.
35.
process
GMAW uses a continuously fed fillet metal and GTAW a

tungsten electrode
The SFA specification of the filler metal
The F-number of the filler metal
GTAW is run with gas; gas is optional with GMAW
A welder has been tested in the 6-G position, using as E-7018 F-4
electrode, on 6 Sch 160 (0.718 nom) SA 106B pipe. Is this welder
qualified to weld a 2 300# ANSI schedule 80 bore flange to a 2
Schedule 80 SA 106 B nozzle neck?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Yes
No
Yes, provided a backing strip is provided in the 2 weld.
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38.
May a welder who qualified using a double-groove weld, make a

single V-groove weld without backing?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Yes
No
Yes, because backing is not an essential variable for a welder
39.
May a GTAW welder be qualified by radiography, in lieu of bend

tests? The test coupon will be P-22 material and the production
welds will be P-22 also.
A.
Yes
B.
No
C.
D.
Yes, provided the P-22 is welded with F-22 fillers
40.
Who is responsible for qualification of welding procedures, welders

and welding operators?
A.
B.
C.
D.
41.
Flat position only

Horizontal position only
All positions
Only good for heat treated welds
May a FCAW welder qualified using UT, be used to weld in

production?
A.
B.
C.
D.
43.
Inspector
A.I.
Shop Foreman
Manufacturer of Contractor
A welding electrode has the marking E-6010. The 1 marking

indicates:
A.
B.
C.
D.
42.
The
The
The
The
Yes, welder can be used

No welder cannot be used
Yes, if welder is using GMAW (Short Arc)
Yes, if welder is qualified with backing
A welder may deviate from the parameters specified in a WPS if

they are a nonessential variable.
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True
44.
and
and
and
and
4G
5G
1G
5G
ASME
ASME
ASME
ASME
Section
has
welding
electrode
storage
IX
VIII
B31.1
II Part C
A repair organization has a WPS which states it is qualified for P-8

to P-8 material welded with E308, E308L, E309, E316, electrodes
(SMAW process). The PQR, supporting this WPS, states the weld
test coupons were SA-240 Type 304L material, welded with E308
electrodes. Is the WPS properly qualified for the base material
listed?
A.
B.
C.
D.
48.
3G
2G
3G
4G
What ASME Code

requirements?
A.
B.
C.
D.
47.
2
4
6
3
What positions are necessary to qualify a welder for all position pipe
welding?
A.
B.
C.
D.
46.
False (circle one)
What is the number of transverse guided bend tests required for

Performance Qualification in a 6G position?
A.
B.
C.
D.
45.
Or
Yes
No
Not enough information given
Yes, if properly heat treated
May a GMAW, short circuit transfer, welding procedure be qualified

using real-time ultrasonics?
A.
B.
Yes
No
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C.
D.
49.
Three arc-welding processes are:

A.
B.
C.
D.
50.
Yes
No, must be re-qualified
Is only applicable for 1965 pressure vessels
Cannot be used for new construction repairs only
What are the various positions in which a welder may qualify for
plate groove welds?
A.
B.
C.
D.
53.
Yes
No
None of the above
Is a welding procedure qualified under the 1965 ASME Code Section

IX still applicable?
A.
B.
C.
D.
52.
BMAW, SMAW, EFGAW

FCAW, SAW, ESW
SMAW, GTAW, PAW
PTAW, SLAW, PEAW
A welder was qualified with a P-1 test coupon using SMAW E 7018
electrodes. May the welder weld P-4 material using E8028
electrodes with backing in production? (Assume the P-4 procedure
using E8028 electrodes has been qualified)
A.
B.
C.
D.
51.

Yes, provided bend tests are done
1G
3G
4G
All of the above
You are reviewing a WPQ (QW-484) for a welder testing in the 6-G
position, on SA-53 grade B pipe (TS-60,000 psi). The test results
indicate the following:
No.1
No.2
No.1
Tensile developed 51,000 psi, broke in the weld

Tensile developed 56,900 psi, broke in base metal
Transverse root bend satisfactory
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No.2
Transverse face bend satisfactory
Will this test qualify the welder?

A.
B.
C.
D.
54.
What are the primary classifications of guided-bend tests permitted

by the Code?
A.
B.
C.
D.
55.
F,H,OH
F,V,OH
V,OH,SP
H,V,OH
Which of the following is a covered electrode?

A.
B.
C.
D.
57.
Side and Transverse

Face and Root
Transverse and Longitudinal
Side and Face
A welder qualified by welding in the 5G position is qualified for what

position on plate?
A.
B.
C.
D.
56.
Yes
No
Tension test is acceptable but No.1 is unacceptable
E6010
E7018
E9028
All of the above
Applicable essential variables must be documented on which of the

following?
A.
B.
C.
D.
The WPS
The PQR
The WPQ
All of the above
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58.
In performance qualification of pipe welds to ASME Section IX,

which positions require more than two guided bend specimens for
qualification?
A.
B.
C.
D.
59.
Name two defects that would cause visual rejection of a welders

test pipe or plate?
A.
B.
C.
D.
60.
Essential variable
Non-essential variable
Supplementary essential variable
All of the above
The test that determines the ultimate strength of groove-weld

joints is a:
A.
B.
C.
D.
62.
Porosity, underfill
Lack of penetration/fusion
Slag, overlap
Any of the above
A variable that, when changed will cause a change in the

mechanical properties of the weldment is called a:
A.
B.
C.
D.
61.
5G and 6G
2G and 4F
4G and 5G
None of the above
Notch Toughness Test

Tension Test
Fillet Weld Test
Guided-Bend Test
The procedure qualification test is used to determine:

A.
B.
C.
D.
The skill of the welder

That the proposed production weldment is capable of having
the required properties
The corrosion-resistance of the proposed weldment
None of the above
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63.
A change in a supplementary essential variable requires requalification, when notch-toughness is a consideration.

True
64.
D.
Nobody cares about non-essential variables

The welder is allowed to change variables at his discretion
Non-essential variables do not affect the mechanical or notchtoughness properties
Non-essential variables cannot be changes without requalification
Or
and,
if
applicable,
False (circle one)
The data recorded on a PQR (non-editorial) may be changed

provided :
A.
B.
C.
D.
68.
5X
2X
10X
No magnification is required visual examination is required,
only
A WPS must only address essential

supplementary essential variables.
True
67.
(circle one)
A non-essential variable may be changes without re-qualification

because:
A.
B.
C.
66.
False
When using Macro-examination of fillet weld tests, the weld and the
HAZ must not reveal cracks when magnified at:
A.
B.
C.
D.
65.
or
The AI approves
The test data on a PQR is a record of what occurred and
should never be changed. Only editorial information can be
changed on a PQR.
The API 510 inspector approves
The date of the WPS is changed
Tension tests may be used in lieu of bend tests to qualify welders or

welding operators.
True
or
False (circle one)
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69.
A groove weld bend test reveals a linear indication on the face of

the bend surface that measures exactly 1/8 long. No other
indications are seen. Does this coupon pass or fail?
A.
B.
70.
Unless notch-toughness is a consideration, a qualification in any

position qualifies a welding procedure for all positions.
True
71.
False (circle one)
Or
False (circle one)
Or
False (circle one)
Variable QW 402.4 for

_____________ variable.
A.
B.
C.
D.
75.
Or
It is permissible to sub-contract welding of coupons as well as other

work to prepare coupons.
True
74.
False (circle one)
Welders can be qualified by radiograph when using P 6X materials?

True
73.
Or
The purpose of a WPS and PQR is to determine if a welder has the

skill necessary to make sound production welds.
True
72.
Pass
Fail
SMAW
qualification
is
Essential
Non-essential
Supplemental essential
None of the above
Variable QW 404.24 for

______________variable.
A.
B.
C.
D.
procedure
SAW
procedure
qualification
is
an
Essential
Non-Essential
None of the above
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76.
Each manufacturer must certify the PQR (by signature) indicating

that the information given is true and correct.
True
77.
False (circle one)
Or
False (circle one)
Or
False (circle one)
A welding procedure must be qualified with impact tests only when

required by the applicable construction code, such as ASME VIII
Div.1.
True
83.
Or
Groove weld coupons shall be tested by macro-examination when

qualifying a welding procedure.
True
82.
False (circle one)
A WPS must address all applicable non-essential variables.

True
81.
Or
A qualification in a 4G position qualifies a welder for all groove weld

positions.
True
80.
Essential
Non-essential
None of the above
The purpose of a WPS and PQR is to determine if a proposed

weldment to be used in construction is capable of providing the
required properties for the intended application.
True
79.
False (circle one)
Welder variable QW-405.1 (for welder qualifying with the SMAW

process) is a __________ variable.
A.
B.
C.
D.
78.
Or
Or
False (circle one)
A welder qualified to weld in the 2G position on pipe would have to

be qualified in which of the additional positions to qualify for all
position groove welding on pipe?
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A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
84.
85.
The maximum preheat temperature decrease allowed without requalification of a GMAW groove weld procedure is:
A.
500F
B.
1000F
C.
1250F
D.
1500F
E.
None of the above
A welder is qualified to weld all thick nesses of material when:
A.
B.
C.
D.
86.
inch
1/8 inch
1/16 inch
3/16 inch
No defects are allowed
What period of inactivity from a given welding process requires the

welder to re-qualify in that process?
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
88.
The test is any thickness above 3/8 inch

The test thickness was inch
The test thickness was inch or over
The test pipe wall thickness was 5/8 inch and nominal pipe
size was over inches
What is the maximum defect permitted on the convex surface of a

welder qualification bend test after bending except for corner cracks
and corrosion resistant weld overlay?
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
87.
1G
2G
5G
6G
All of the above
3 months
6 months
9 months
12 months
As stated by the AI
Notch-toughness requirements are mandatory:
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A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
89.
A welder qualified for SMAW using an E7018 electrode is also

qualified to weld with:
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
90.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Complete fusion and freedom from cracks, excepting linear

indication not exceeding 1/32 inch at the root.
Concavity or convexity no greater than 1/16 inch
Not more than 1/8 difference in leg lengths
All of the above
Both B and C above
Each manufacturer or contractor is responsible for the welding or

brazing done by his organization. Whenever these words are used
in Section IX, they shall include:
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
92.
E7015
E6011
E6010
E7024
All of the above
Macro examination of an etched fillet weld section for performance

qualification is acceptable if the examination shows:
A.
91.
For heat treated metals

For quenched and tempered metals
For hardened and tempered metals
For annealed and tempered metals
When specified as required by the referencing Code Section
Designer or architect
Designer or installer
Architect or installer
Installer or assembler
Assembler or designer
For
P-11
materials,
weld
grooves
for
thick
nesses
________________ shall be prepared by thermal processes, when
such processes are to be employed during fabrication.
A.
Less than 5/8 inch
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B.
C.
D.
E.
93.
A SWPs may be used in lieu of a manufacturer qualified WPS when:

A.
B.
C.
D.
94.
False (circle one)
2 inches
21/2 inches
3 inches
31/2 inches
4 inches
Groove weld test may be used for qualification of welders. Which of

the following shall be used for evaluation?
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
97.
Or
Reduced-section tensile test specimens conforming to QW-462.1 (b)

may be used on all thicknesses of pipe having an outside diameter
greater than:
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
96.
Approved by the Inspectors Supervisor

Allowed by ASME V
One test coupon is tension tested per Article V
Compliance to Article V and Appendix E of ASME IX is shown
A change in a non-essential variable requires recertification of the

PQR
True
95.
5/8 inch
1 inch
11/4 inches
None of the above
Only bend tests

Only radiography
Both radiography and bend tests
Either bend tests or radiography
None of the above
Under which of the following conditions can a welder be qualified

during production work?
A.
B.
A 6 length of the first production groove weld may be

qualified by radiography
A bend test coupon may be cut from the first 12 length of
weld
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C.
D.
98.
A macro examination may be taken from the first 3 of weld

length
None of the above
Two plate tensile test specimens have been tested and found to be
acceptable. The characteristics of each specimen are as follows:
Specimen 1: Width of 0.752; thickness of 0.875; ultimate tensile
value of 78.524 psi
Specimen 2: Width of 0.702; thickness of 0.852; ultimate tensile
value of 77,654 psi
What is the ultimate load for each specimen that was reported on
the laboratory report?
A.
B.
C.
D.
99.
51,668 & 46,445

67,453 & 56,443
78,524 & 77,654
None of the above
Which of the following welding processes are currently not

permitted to be used with SWPs as referenced in Appendix E of
ASME IX?
A.
B.
C.
D.
GMAW
SAW
PAW
All of the above
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ANSWER KEY
1. C
2. D
3. D
4. D
5. B
6. B
7. C
8. C
9. D
10.
11.
12.
13.
B
C
C
A
52.
53.
54.
55.
56.
57.
58.
59.
60.
61.
62.
63.
64.
C
D
A
C
B
D
D
A
B
A
B
True
D
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22.
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24.
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27.
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44.
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46.
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48.
49.
50.
51.
C
C
B
D
B
B
B
A
B
D
B
C
A
C
C
C
C
D
C
C
B
B
A
B
B
A
D
C
B
B
A
B
D
B
B
C
A
A
65.
66.
67.
68.
69.
70.
71.
72.
73.
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75.
76.
77.
78.
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88.
89.
90.
91.
92.
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95.
96.
97.
98.
99.
C
False
B
False
Pass
True
False
False
False
B
A
True
A
True
False
True
False
True
C
B
C
B
B
E
E
D
D
A
D
False
C
D
A
A
D
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ASME IX PRACTICE QUESTIONS

The purpose of the WPS and PQR is to determine that:

What is the earliest Edition of Section IX recognized by the current

The PQR must list:

The WPS lists:

New Welding Procedure Specifications must meet the _________

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Each ____________________ shall conduct the tests required by

The records of procedure, welder and welding operator qualification

A welder qualifying with plate fillet welds in the 3F and $f positions

A welder qualifying with a groove weld in plate in the 4G position is

Welder or welding operator

A welder qualifying by making a groove weld on pipe with an O.D.

O.D. Pipe in the overhead position

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In general, qualification on groove welds also qualifies a welder to

Charpy V-notch tests are performed to determine a weldments

Guided-bend specimens shall have no open defects in the weld or

When a tensile specimen breaks in the base metal outside of the

A welder making a groove weld using the SAW process on P1

When using radiographs to qualify welder, the acceptance standards

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A WPS must describe:

For the SMAW process ___________________ is an essential

The _______ must certify the PQR as accurate.

A PQR must describe:

For the SAW process ________________________ is an essential

Supplemental powdered filler metal (if used)

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The basic purpose of testing a welder is to establish the welders

The record of a welders performance test is called a _______.

Immediate retests of welders qualifications coupons:

A welder qualifying with a groove weld welded from both sides is

Knowledge of welding requirements

Must use the same method

Welder performance qualification records must describe all the

Essential & nonessential

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A welder depositing 1/2" of weld metal with the SMAW process is

P-1- P-11 to P-1 P 11

Welding electrodes are grouped in Section IX by:

A welder qualifying by welding P-No. 21 to P-No.21 is qualified to

P numbers are used to designate groups of:

Ferrous weld metal chemical composition may be designated

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What is the difference between gas metal arc-welding and gas

May a welder, qualified in the 2G position on inch thick plate,

Base metal thickness

Each welder must be assigned a(n):

GMAW uses a continuously fed fillet metal and GTAW a

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May a welder who qualified using a double-groove weld, make a

May a GTAW welder be qualified by radiography, in lieu of bend

Who is responsible for qualification of welding procedures, welders

Flat position only

May a FCAW welder qualified using UT, be used to weld in

A welding electrode has the marking E-6010. The 1 marking

Yes, welder can be used

A welder may deviate from the parameters specified in a WPS if

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A repair organization has a WPS which states it is qualified for P-8