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PLUMBING BANK 1

1. It specifies nominal pipe size and schedule number.


a. Pipe
c. Schedule
b. Tube
d. diameter nominel
1. It specifies nominal pipe size and schedule number.
a. Pipe
c. Schedule
b. Tube
d. diameter nominel
2. It specifies OD and wall thickness.
a. Pipe
c. Schedule
b. Tube
d. diameter nominel
2. It specifies OD and wall thickness.
a. Pipe
c. Schedule
b. Tube
d. diameter nominel
3. It specifies wall thickness.
a. Pipe
c. Schedule
b. Tube
d. diameter nominel
3. It specifies wall thickness.
a. Pipe
c. Schedule
b. Tube
d. diameter nominel
4. It identify pipes in metric equivalent.
a. Pipe
c. Schedule
b. Tube
d. diameter nominel
4. It identify pipes in metric equivalent.
a. Pipe
c. Schedule
b. Tube
d. diameter nominel
5. It defines tubes are often more expensive to produce
than pipes.
a. nominal bore
c. NPS
b. tolerances
d. diameter nominel
. It defines tubes are often more expensive to produce
than pipes.
a. nominal bore
c. NPS
b. tolerances
d. diameter nominel
6. It is the specific ration of the average specified outside
diameter to the minimum wall thickness for outside
controlled diameter plastic pipe.
a. tolerances
b. proportional pipe
c. SDR
d. nominal bore
6. It is the specific ration of the average specified outside
diameter to the minimum wall thickness for outside
controlled diameter plastic pipe.
a. tolerances
b. proportional pipe
c. SDR
d. nominal bore
7. It refers to STD (Standard) of a pipe.
a. schedule 10
b. schedule 40
c. schedule 80
d. schedule 160
8. It refers to XS (Extra Strong) of a pipe.
a. schedule
b. schedule 40
c. schedule 80
d. schedule 160
8. It refers to XS (Extra Strong) of a pipe.
a. schedule
b. schedule 40
c. schedule 80
d. schedule 160
9. It refers to XXS (Double Extra Strong) of a pipe.
a. schedule 10
b. schedule 40
c. schedule 80
d. schedule 160
9. It refers to XXS (Double Extra Strong) of a pipe.
a. schedule 10
b. schedule 40
c. schedule 80
d. schedule 160
10. The combination of fittings that may be used to
make an offset and is considered a vertical pipe are
______.
a. 1 - 90⁰ & 1 - 45⁰
b. 2 - 90⁰ & 1 - 45⁰
c. 1 - 45⁰ & 1 - 60⁰
d. 1 - 45⁰ & 1 - 45⁰
10. The combination of fittings that may be used to
make an offset and is considered a vertical pipe are
______.
a. 1 - 90⁰ & 1 - 45⁰
b. 2 - 90⁰ & 1 - 45⁰
c. 1 - 45⁰ & 1 - 60⁰
d. 1 - 45⁰ & 1 - 45⁰
11. A mixing valve that senses outlet temperature and
compensates for fluctuation in incoming hot or cold
water temperature is a ______.
a. thermostatic (temp. control) valve
b. combination thermostatic/pressure-balancing valve
c. pressure balancing valve
d. none of the above
11. A mixing valve that senses outlet temperature and
compensates for fluctuation in incoming hot or cold
water temperature is a ______.
a. thermostatic (temp. control) valve
b. combination thermostatic/pressure-balancing valve
c. pressure balancing valve
d. none of the above
12. The rest room facilities in a private day care center
are classified as public use.
a. True b. False
13. The discharge from clinical sinks and conveyed to the
building drain is defined as a waste pipe.
a. True b. False
12. The rest room facilities in a private day care center
are classified as public use.
a. True b. False
13. The discharge from clinical sinks and conveyed to the
building drain is defined as a waste pipe.
a. True b. False
14. The combination building sewer is (a) ____.
a. combination of all sewer and drainage piping from
inside and outside of the building
b. building sewer that conveys industrial waste and
domestic waste
c. building sewer that conveys both sewage and storm
water
d. building drains that convey waste and storm water
14. The combination building sewer is (a) ____.
a. combination of all sewer and drainage piping from
inside and outside of the building
b. building sewer that conveys industrial waste and
domestic waste
c. building sewer that conveys both sewage and storm
water
d. building drains that convey waste and storm water
15. A device and system of piping that maintains a water
seal in a remote trap is called a trap primer.
a. True
b. False
15. A device and system of piping that maintains a water
seal in a remote trap is called a trap primer.
a. True
b. False
16. An unconfined space is a room or space having a
volume equal to at least ____ of the aggregate input
rating of all the fuel-burning appliances in that space.
a. 50 ft3 per 1,000 Btu/hr
b. 25 ft3 per 1,000 Btu/hr
c. 100 ft3 per Btu/hr
d. 10 ft3 per Btu/hr
16. An unconfined space is a room or space having a
volume equal to at least ____ of the aggregate input
rating of all the fuel-burning appliances in that space.
a. 50 ft3 per 1,000 Btu/hr
b. 25 ft3 per 1,000 Btu/hr
c. 100 ft3 per Btu/hr
d. 10 ft3 per Btu/hr
17. A permanently installed mechanical device, other
than an ejector, for removing sewage or liquid waste
from a sump is called a sewage pump.
a. True b. False
17. A permanently installed mechanical device, other
than an ejector, for removing sewage or liquid waste
from a sump is called a sewage pump.
a. True b. False
18. A standard that is an extensive compilation provision
covering broad subject matter is the definition for
_____.
a. standard
b. listed
c. legal document
d. code
18. A standard that is an extensive compilation provision
covering broad subject matter is the definition for
_____.
a. standard
b. listed
c. legal document
d. code
19. A joint obtained by joining of metal parts with
metallic mixtures or alloy that melt at a temperature up
to and including 840⁰F is a ______.
a. brazed joint
c. mechanical joint
b. soldered joint
d. wiped joint
19. A joint obtained by joining of metal parts with
metallic mixtures or alloy that melt at a temperature up
to and including 840⁰F is a ______.
a. brazed joint
c. mechanical joint
b. soldered joint
d. wiped joint
20. The organization, office, or individual responsible for
enforcing the requirements of a code or standard is the
_____.
a. administrative authority
b. building department
c. plumbing inspector/department
d. authority having jurisdiction
20. The organization, office, or individual responsible for
enforcing the requirements of a code or standard is the
_____.
a. administrative authority
b. building department
c. plumbing inspector/department
d. authority having jurisdiction
21. A pipe inside a building that conveys storm water
from the roof to a storm drain is called a (an) _____.
a. conductor
b. building storm drain
c. adductor
d. rain leader
21. A pipe inside a building that conveys storm water
from the roof to a storm drain is called a (an) _____.
a. conductor
b. building storm drain
c. adductor
d. rain leader
22. An outlet on a boiler to permit emptying and
discharging of sediment is called a(an) _______.
a. relief valve
b. atmospheric check valve
c. aspirator
d. boiler blowoff
22. An outlet on a boiler to permit emptying and
discharging of sediment is called a(an) _______.
a. relief valve
b. atmospheric check valve
c. aspirator
d. boiler blowoff
23. A pressure surge-absorbing device operating through
the compressibility of air is called a(an) _____.
a. backflow preventer
b. air chamber
c. flushometer valve
d. hammer arrestor
23. A pressure surge-absorbing device operating through
the compressibility of air is called a(an) _____.
a. backflow preventer
b. air chamber
c. flushometer valve
d. hammer arrestor
24. Unsanitary and insanitary share the same meaning.
a. True b. False
24. Unsanitary and insanitary share the same meaning.
a. True b. False
25. When a backflow prevention device does not bear a
critical level marking, the part of the device that shall
constitute the critical level is the _____.
a. top
c. center
b. bottom
d. outlet invert
25. When a backflow prevention device does not bear a
critical level marking, the part of the device that shall
constitute the critical level is the _____.
a. top
c. center
b. bottom
d. outlet invert
26. Disposal of sewage, or other liquid waste, shall be by
means of _____.
a. chemical toilets
b. sewage retaining tanks
c. drainage system of the building
d. subsurface leaching pits
26. Disposal of sewage, or other liquid waste, shall be by
means of _____.
a. chemical toilets
b. sewage retaining tanks
c. drainage system of the building
d. subsurface leaching pits
27. Roofs, inner courts, vent shafts, light wells or similar
areas having rainwater drains shall discharge to (a) ____.
a. sanitary sewage system
b. private sewage disposal system
c. sump with pump discharge into the house drain
d. outside of the building or street gutter
27. Roofs, inner courts, vent shafts, light wells or similar
areas having rainwater drains shall discharge to (a) ____.
a. sanitary sewage system
b. private sewage disposal system
c. sump with pump discharge into the house drain
d. outside of the building or street gutter
28. Piping, fixtures or equipment that are installed so
that they interfere with normal operation and use of
windows or doors shall be ______.
a. protected from damage
b. identified for restricted use
c. relocated to avoid interference
d. approved if acceptable by the owner
28. Piping, fixtures or equipment that are installed so
that they interfere with normal operation and use of
windows or doors shall be ______.
a. protected from damage
b. identified for restricted use
c. relocated to avoid interference
d. approved if acceptable by the owner
29. All design, construction, and workmanship shall be in
conformity with _____.
a. accepted engineering practices
b. practices of the contractor
c. standard shop procedures
d. job plan and specifications
29. All design, construction, and workmanship shall be in
conformity with _____.
a. accepted engineering practices
b. practices of the contractor
c. standard shop procedures
d. job plan and specifications
30. When supporting horizontal piping 5” in diameter
with hangers of a ____ inch diameter shall be used.
a. 3/8
b. 1/2
c. 5/8
d. 1
30. When supporting horizontal piping 5” in diameter
with hangers of a ____ inch diameter shall be used.
a. 3/8
b. 1/2
c. 5/8
d. 1
31. Building drain from the front building may be
extended to the rear building when both buildings are
located ____.
a. on a corner lot
b. on an interior (when driveway cannot be used)
c. 200 ft from the public sewer
d. 300 ft from the public sewer
31. Building drain from the front building may be
extended to the rear building when both buildings are
located ____.
a. on a corner lot
b. on an interior (when driveway cannot be used)
c. 200 ft from the public sewer
d. 300 ft from the public sewer
32. Cast iron soil pipe, installed vertically shall be
supported at its base and _____.
a. each floor not to exceed 15 ft
b. every other story
c. 5 ft intervals
d. 10 ft intervals
32. Cast iron soil pipe, installed vertically shall be
supported at its base and _____.
a. each floor not to exceed 15 ft
b. every other story
c. 5 ft intervals
d. 10 ft intervals
33. All trenches deeper than the footing of any building
or structure and paralleling the same shall be at least
____.
a. 45⁰ therefrom
b. 90⁰ therefrom
c. 4 ft therefrom
d. 12 ft therefrom
33. All trenches deeper than the footing of any building
or structure and paralleling the same shall be at least
____.
a. 45⁰ therefrom
b. 90⁰ therefrom
c. 4 ft therefrom
d. 12 ft therefrom
34. Threaded pipe (IPS) ¾“except for gas piping, installed
horizontally shall be supported at approx. _____.
a. 5 ft intervals
b. 10 ft intervals (3 m)
c. 12 ft intervals
d. 15 ft intervals
34. Threaded pipe (IPS) ¾“except for gas piping, installed
horizontally shall be supported at approx. _____.
a. 5 ft intervals
b. 10 ft intervals (3 m)
c. 12 ft intervals
d. 15 ft intervals
35. Piping in the ground shall be laid on ______.
a. a firm bed
b. concrete blocks
c. redwood stakes
d. common bricks
35. Piping in the ground shall be laid on ______.
a. a firm bed
b. concrete blocks
c. redwood stakes
d. common bricks
36. PEX piping may be coupled together with shielded
couplings.
a. True
b. False
36. PEX piping may be coupled together with shielded
couplings.
a. True
b. False
37. The type of acceptable joints for PEX shall be _____.
a. metal insert or metal compression
b. solvent cemented
c. shielded coupling
d. mechanical
37. The type of acceptable joints for PEX shall be _____.
a. metal insert or metal compression
b. solvent cemented
c. shielded coupling
d. mechanical
38. Copper tubing installed vertically shall be supported
at each story or at maximum intervals of ____.
a. 4 ft c. 8 ft
b. 10 ft (3 m) d. 6 ft
38. Copper tubing installed vertically shall be supported
at each story or at maximum intervals of ____.
a. 4 ft c. 8 ft
b. 10 ft (3 m) d. 6 ft
39. Mechanical devices may be used to complete
backfilling where covering above any piping is at least
____ inches.
a. 6”
c. 30”
b. 12” (300 mm)
d. 36”
39. Mechanical devices may be used to complete
backfilling where covering above any piping is at least
____ inches.
a. 6”
c. 30”
b. 12” (300 mm)
d. 36”
40. 2” horizontal copper tubing drain pipe shall be
supported at _____.
a. 4 ft intervals
c. 10 ft intervals (3 m)
b. 6 ft intervals
d. 12 ft intervals
40. 2” horizontal copper tubing drain pipe shall be
supported at _____.
a. 4 ft intervals
c. 10 ft intervals (3 m)
b. 6 ft intervals
d. 12 ft intervals
41. Horizontal hubless pipe shall be braced at not more
than (12 m) 40 ft intervals to prevent _____.
a. noise
c. vertical movement
b. leaking
d. horizontal movement
41. Horizontal hubless pipe shall be braced at not more
than (12 m) 40 ft intervals to prevent _____.
a. noise
c. vertical movement
b. leaking
d. horizontal movement
41. Voids around piping passing through concrete floors
on the ground shall be ____.
a. flanged
c. sealed
b. protected
d. packed
41. Voids around piping passing through concrete floors
on the ground shall be ____.
a. flanged
c. sealed
b. protected
d. packed
42. All materials, fixtures, or devices used or entering
into the construction of plumbing and drainage systems
shall _____.
a. conform to approved applicable standards
b. conform to the job specifications
c. conform to price of job
d. conform to material availability
42. All materials, fixtures, or devices used or entering
into the construction of plumbing and drainage systems
shall _____.
a. conform to approved applicable standards
b. conform to the job specifications
c. conform to price of job
d. conform to material availability
43. The provision of the code allow an alternate material
or method of construction provided it is ____.
a. approved by the architect as an alternate
b. accepted by the owner as an alternate
c. approved by the authority having jurisdiction as an
alternate
d. manufactured by a reputable organization
43. The provision of the code allow an alternate material
or method of construction provided it is ____.
a. approved by the architect as an alternate
b. accepted by the owner as an alternate
c. approved by the authority having jurisdiction as an
alternate
d. manufactured by a reputable organization
44. Pipe joint material shall insoluble in water, nontoxic,
and applied ____.
a. on male threads only
b. on pipe threads and inside fittings
c. on inside fitting threads only
d. in warm weather only
44. Pipe joint material shall insoluble in water, nontoxic,
and applied ____.
a. on male threads only
b. on pipe threads and inside fittings
c. on inside fitting threads only
d. in warm weather only
45. Wipe joint are permitted with ______.
a. lead
b. steel
c. plastic
d. cast iron
45. Wipe joint are permitted with ______.
a. lead
b. steel
c. plastic
d. cast iron
46. Tub waste openings in framed construction shall be
protected by _____.

a. completely covering the opening with plywood collars


b. metal collars or screens
c. flashings
d. filling the annular space with approved fiber material
46. Tub waste openings in framed construction shall be
protected by _____.

a. completely covering the opening with plywood collars


b. metal collars or screens
c. flashings
d. filling the annular space with approved fiber material
47. Surfaces to be joined by soldering or brazing shall be
cleaned bright by ______.
a. mechanical or manual means
b. a self-cleaning flux
c. corrosive flux
d. sulfuric acid
47. Surfaces to be joined by soldering or brazing shall be
cleaned bright by ______.
a. mechanical or manual means
b. a self-cleaning flux
c. corrosive flux
d. sulfuric acid
48. Closet bends or stubs shall be cut off so as to present
smooth surface, even with the ______.
a. top of the rough floor
b. top of the closet ring
c. top of the finish floor
d. bottom of the closet ring
48. Closet bends or stubs shall be cut off so as to present
smooth surface, even with the ______.
a. top of the rough floor
b. top of the closet ring
c. top of the finish floor
d. bottom of the closet ring
49. Tanks flushing more than one urinals shall be
_______.
a. automatic in operation
b. continual in operation
c. manual in operation
d. acid-resistant enamel
49. Tanks flushing more than one urinals shall be
_______.
a. automatic in operation
b. continual in operation
c. manual in operation
d. acid-resistant enamel
50. Every water supply to a urinal shall be protected by
an approved ______.
a. relief valve
b. vacuum breaker
c. metering valve
d. automatic switch
50. Every water supply to a urinal shall be protected by
an approved ______.
a. relief valve
b. vacuum breaker
c. metering valve
d. automatic switch
51. Trough urinals shall be _____.
a. permissible if constructed of concrete
b. required in large associations
c. prohibited
d. allowed in bus stations
51. Trough urinals shall be _____.
a. permissible if constructed of concrete
b. required in large associations
c. prohibited
d. allowed in bus stations
52. To provide watertight joint in the floor, shower
drains and floor drains are required to be ____.
a. extra-heavy cast iron
b. suitably flanged
c. coated with asphalt
d. set in waterproof cement
52. To provide watertight joint in the floor, shower
drains and floor drains are required to be ____.
a. extra-heavy cast iron
b. suitably flanged
c. coated with asphalt
d. set in waterproof cement
53. With two noted exceptions, all shower
compartments and receptors shall be capable of
encompassing a _____ diameter circle.
a. 24”
c. 33”
b. 30” (762 mm)
d. 36”
53. With two noted exceptions, all shower
compartments and receptors shall be capable of
encompassing a _____ diameter circle.
a. 24”
c. 33”
b. 30” (762 mm)
d. 36”
54. The curb or threshold of a shower compartment may
be eliminated _____.
a. to comply with accessibility standards
b. for gang showers
c. in hospitals only
d. not permitted
54. The curb or threshold of a shower compartment may
be eliminated _____.
a. to comply with accessibility standards
b. for gang showers
c. in hospitals only
d. not permitted
55. Shower pan linings may be constructed with _____.
a. 26 B & S gauge copper
b. 3 lbs per square foot lead
c. 15 lbs asphalt felt
d. zinc-coated steel
55. Shower pan linings may be constructed with _____.
a. 26 B & S gauge copper
b. 3 lbs per square foot lead
c. 15 lbs asphalt felt
d. zinc-coated steel
56. Joints in copper shower pan liners shall be _____.
a. burned
b. swaged
c. sealed with epoxy cement
d. soldered or brazed
56. Joints in copper shower pan liners shall be _____.
a. burned
b. swaged
c. sealed with epoxy cement
d. soldered or brazed
57. Water closets set side by side shall be no closer than
_____.
a. 15” center to center
b. 18” center to center
c. 24” center to center
d. 30” center to center
57. Water closets set side by side shall be no closer than
_____.
a. 15” center to center
b. 18” center to center
c. 24” center to center
d. 30” center to center ENGR
58. The minimum distance from a side wall or partition
to the center of a urinal shall be ______.
a. 6”
c. 18”
b. 12” (300 mm)
d. 24”
58. The minimum distance from a side wall or partition
to the center of a urinal shall be ______.
a. 6”
c. 18”
b. 12” (300 mm)
d. 24”
59. No manually controlled flushometer valves shall be
used to flush more than ______.
a. one urinal
c. three urinals
b. two urinals
d. four urinals
59. No manually controlled flushometer valves shall be
used to flush more than ______.
a. one urinal
c. three urinals
b. two urinals
d. four urinals
60. Automatically controlled flushometer valves may be
substituted for automatic _____.
a. flush tanks
c. gate valves
b. flow control
d. lever valves
60. Automatically controlled flushometer valves may be
substituted for automatic _____.
a. flush tanks
c. gate valves
b. flow control
d. lever valves
61. Gutters in public shower rooms shall be sloped not
less than _____.
a. 5 percent
c. 2 percent
b.10 percent
d. 3 percent
61. Gutters in public shower rooms shall be sloped not
less than _____.
a. 5 percent
c. 2 percent
b.10 percent
d. 3 percent
62. No dry or chemical closet (toilet) shall be installed in
any building used for human habitation unless first
approved by the ____.
a. owner
c. city clerk
b. plumbing inspector
d. health officer
62. No dry or chemical closet (toilet) shall be installed in
any building used for human habitation unless first
approved by the ____.
a. owner
c. city clerk
b. plumbing inspector
d. health officer
63. Joints at the roof, around pipes, shall be made
watertight by the use of ____.
a. sealing compound
c. 15 lb felt
b. flashing material
d. calcium
63. Joints at the roof, around pipes, shall be made
watertight by the use of ____.
a. sealing compound
c. 15 lb felt
b. flashing material
d. calcium
64. The minimum wall thickness for threaded plastic
pipe shall be ____.
a. schedule 40
c. 1/8 inch
b. schedule 80
d. 1/16 inch
64. The minimum wall thickness for threaded plastic
pipe shall be ____.
a. schedule 40
c. 1/8 inch
b. schedule 80
d. 1/16 inch
65. Wall-mounted water closets shall be securely bolted
to ____.
a. the wall
b. double two by six studs
c. a carrier fitting
d. closet bend
65. Wall-mounted water closets shall be securely bolted
to ____.
a. the wall
b. double two by six studs
c. a carrier fitting
d. closet bend
66. In seismic zones 1 & 2, hubless cast iron piping 5
inches or larger suspended in exposed locations over
high traffic areas, and over 4 feet in length, shall be
provided with support on both sides of the coupling.
a. true
b. false
66. In seismic zones 1 & 2, hubless cast iron piping 5
inches or larger suspended in exposed locations over
high traffic areas, and over 4 feet in length, shall be
provided with support on both sides of the coupling.
a. true
b. false
67. When installing _____, the Authority Having
Jurisdiction shall require evidence of the competency of
the installers.
a. potable water piping
b. fuel gas piping
c. medical gas piping
d. plumbing appurtenance
67. When installing _____, the Authority Having
Jurisdiction shall require evidence of the competency of
the installers.
a. potable water piping
b. fuel gas piping
c. medical gas piping
d. plumbing appurtenance
68. When brazing the alloys shall have a melting
temperature of at least ______ degrees F.
a. 800
c. 1,000
b. 840
d. 1,200
68. When brazing the alloys shall have a melting
temperature of at least ______ degrees F.
a. 800
c. 1,000
b. 840
d. 1,200
69. Drain pipes subject to condensation over food
storage in food-handling establishments shall be _____.
a. installed with a spill pan
b. thermally insulated
c. rerouted out of the area
d. tested with 5 psi of air
69. Drain pipes subject to condensation over food
storage in food-handling establishments shall be _____.
a. installed with a spill pan
b. thermally insulated
c. rerouted out of the area
d. tested with 5 psi of air
70. Test gauges shall not have a pressure range more
than ____ the test pressure.
a. equal
b. twice
c. 15 psi
d. 60 psi
70. Test gauges shall not have a pressure range more
than ____ the test pressure.
a. equal
b. twice
c. 15 psi
d. 60 psi
71. Screws or bolts for securing floor mounted fixtures
shall be ____.
a. brass
c. galvanized steel
b. aluminum
d. die cast zinc
71. Screws or bolts for securing floor mounted fixtures
shall be ____.
a. brass
c. galvanized steel
b. aluminum
d. die cast zinc
72. Fixtures having concealed slip joint connections shall
be provided with ____.
a. a utility space or access panel
b. a ladder and a light fixture
c. red brass fittings
d. rubber gaskets
72. Fixtures having concealed slip joint connections shall
be provided with ____.
a. a utility space or access panel
b. a ladder and a light fixture
c. red brass fittings
d. rubber gaskets
73. The overflow pipe from a fixture shall be connected
on the _____.
a. house or inlet side of the fixtures trap
b. sewer or outlet side of the fixture trap
c. downstream side of the fixture tee
d. upstream side of the fixture tee
73. The overflow pipe from a fixture shall be connected
on the _____.
a. house or inlet side of the fixtures trap
b. sewer or outlet side of the fixture trap
c. downstream side of the fixture tee
d. upstream side of the fixture tee
74. The diameter of a waste and overflow for a bathtub
shall not be less than ____.
a. 1 1/4 inches OD
b. 1 3/8 inches OD
c. 1 1/2 inches OD (38 mm OD)
d. 1 3/8 inches OD
74. The diameter of a waste and overflow for a bathtub
shall not be less than ____.
a. 1 1/4 inches OD
b. 1 3/8 inches OD
c. 1 1/2 inches OD (38 mm OD)
d. 1 3/8 inches OD
75. Wipe lead joints shall have an exposed surface on
each side of a joint not less than _____ at least as the
material being joined.
a. 3/4" (19 mm)
b. 1/2”
c. 1”
d. 1 1/4"
75. Wipe lead joints shall have an exposed surface on
each side of a joint not less than _____ at least as the
material being joined.
a. 3/4" (19 mm)
b. 1/2”
c. 1”
d. 1 1/4"
76. In caulk joints, after caulking the finished joint shall
not extend more than ____ below the rim hub.
a. 3.2 mm (0.125 in)
b. 2.3 mm
c. 4 mm
d. 5 mm
76. In caulk joints, after caulking the finished joint shall
not extend more than ____ below the rim hub.
a. 3.2 mm (0.125 in)
b. 2.3 mm
c. 4 mm
d. 5 mm
77. It shall be lubricated with water-insoluble, non-
hardening material in threaded joints.
a. p-trap plugs and caps
b. cleanout plugs and caps
c. water seal p-trap
d. long sweep
77. It shall be lubricated with water-insoluble, non-
hardening material in threaded joints.
a. p-trap plugs and caps
b. cleanout plugs and caps
c. water seal p-trap
d. long sweep
78. Caulked joints in centrifugally cast iron (CCIP) BELL-
AND-SPIGOT water pipe shall be made with?
a. non-toxic materials
b. soluble materials
c. in-soluble materials
d. toxic materials
78. Caulked joints in centrifugally cast iron (CCIP) BELL-
AND-SPIGOT water pipe shall be made with?
a. non-toxic materials
b. soluble materials
c. in-soluble materials
d. toxic materials
79. It is acceptable for use on male threads, only if
screwed pipe joint.
a. tape
b. silicon
c. lead
d. rugby
79. It is acceptable for use on male threads, only if
screwed pipe joint.
a. tape
b. silicon
c. lead
d. rugby
80. Joints between lead pipe and cast iron, steel or
wrought iron pipe shall be made by means of a caulking
ferrule or?
a. soldering nipple
b. soldering coupling
c. shielded coupling
d. brazed nipple
80. Joints between lead pipe and cast iron, steel or
wrought iron pipe shall be made by means of a caulking
ferrule or?
a. soldering nipple
b. soldering coupling
c. shielded coupling
d. brazed nipple
81. Soft copper water tubing shall be expanded with a
proper:
a. flaring tool
b. pipe wrench
c. monkey wrench
d. soldering tool
81. Soft copper water tubing shall be expanded with a
proper:
a. flaring tool
b. pipe wrench
c. monkey wrench
d. soldering tool
82. It is prohibited on new building sewer except for
repairs and connections to existing line construction.
a. cement mortar joints
b. burned lead joint
c. wiped joint
d. threaded joint
82. It is prohibited on new building sewer except for
repairs and connections to existing line construction.
a. cement mortar joints
b. burned lead joint
c. wiped joint
d. threaded joint
83. Joints between asbestos cement pipe and other
approved pipe shall be made by means of an:
a. approved male thread
b. approved adapter coupling
c. press fitting
d. push on fitting
83. Joints between asbestos cement pipe and other
approved pipe shall be made by means of an:
a. approved male thread
b. approved adapter coupling
c. press fitting
d. push on fitting
84. Plumbing fixtures shall be manufactures of dense,
durable, non-absorbent materials and must have
smooth, impervious surfaces, free from unnecessary
concealed fouling surfaces.
a. true
b. false
84. Plumbing fixtures shall be manufactures of dense,
durable, non-absorbent materials and must have
smooth, impervious surfaces, free from unnecessary
concealed fouling surfaces.
a. true
b. false
85. All porcelain enamel surfaces on plumbing fixtures
shall be acid resistant.
a. true
b. false
85. All porcelain enamel surfaces on plumbing fixtures
shall be acid resistant.
a. true
b. false
86. Water closet seats shall be of smooth non-absorbent
material and properly sized for the water closet bowl
used.
a. true
b. false
86. Water closet seats shall be of smooth non-absorbent
material and properly sized for the water closet bowl
used.
a. true
b. false
87. Special use fixtures may be made of soapstone,
chemical stoneware, lined with lead, copper base alloy,
nickel-copper alloy, and corrosion-resisting steel.
a. true
b. false
87. Special use fixtures may be made of soapstone,
chemical stoneware, lined with lead, copper base alloy,
nickel-copper alloy, and corrosion-resisting steel.
a. true
b. false
88. The overflow pipe from a fixture shall be connected
to the house or inlet side of the fixture trap.
a. true
b. false
88. The overflow pipe from a fixture shall be connected
to the house or inlet side of the fixture trap.
a. true
b. false
89. The strainers serving shower drains shall have
waterway equivalent to the area of the tailpiece.
a. true
b. false
89. The strainers serving shower drains shall have
waterway equivalent to the area of the tailpiece.
a. true
b. false
90. Continuous waste and fixture tailpiece where
exposed or accessible may be of seamless drawn brass
not less than?
a. G.A 20 (0.8 mm THK)
b. G.A 16 (1.6 mm THK)
c. G.A 18 (1.0 mm THK)
d. G.A 12 (2.0 mm THK)
90. Continuous waste and fixture tailpiece where
exposed or accessible may be of seamless drawn brass
not less than?
a. G.A 20 (0.8 mm THK)
b. G.A 16 (1.6 mm THK)
c. G.A 18 (1.0 mm THK)
d. G.A 12 (2.0 mm THK)
91. Sinks, dishwashers, laundry tubs, bath tubs, urinals
and similar fixtures of each tailpiece, continuous waste
or waste and overflow shall not be less than?
a. 1 1/2” OD (38 mm OD)
b. 1 1/4” OD
c. 2” OD
d. 1” OD
91. Sinks, dishwashers, laundry tubs, bath tubs, urinals
and similar fixtures of each tailpiece, continuous waste
or waste and overflow shall not be less than?
a. 1 1/2” OD (38 mm OD)
b. 1 1/4” OD
c. 2” OD
d. 1” OD
92. Lavatories, drinking fountains and similar small
fixtures of each tailpiece, continuous waste or waste and
overflow shall not be less than?
a. 1 1/2” OD
b. 1 1/4” OD (32 mm OD)
c. 2” OD
d. 1” OD
92. Lavatories, drinking fountains and similar small
fixtures of each tailpiece, continuous waste or waste and
overflow shall not be less than?
a. 1 1/2” OD
b. 1 1/4” OD (32 mm OD)
c. 2” OD
d. 1” OD
93. Brass or Copper shall not be used for urinal tailpiece
or trap.
a. true
b. false
93. Brass or Copper shall not be used for urinal tailpiece
or trap.
a. true
b. false
94. It shall be installed in all continuous waste
connecting or receiving the discharge from food waste
disposal units, dishwashers, clothes washers or other
forced-discharge fixtures or appliances.
a. wye or other directional type branch fittings
b. street tee or other un-directional type branch fittings
c. tee or other directional type branch fittings
d. 1/8 bend
94. It shall be installed in all continuous waste
connecting or receiving the discharge from food waste
disposal units, dishwashers, clothes washers or other
forced-discharge fixtures or appliances.
a. wye or other directional type branch fittings
b. street tee or other un-directional type branch fittings
c. tee or other directional type branch fittings
d. 1/8 bend
95. No dishwasher drain shall be connected to a sink
tailpiece, continuous waste or trap on the discharge side
of a food waste disposal unit.
a. true
b. false
95. No dishwasher drain shall be connected to a sink
tailpiece, continuous waste or trap on the discharge side
of a food waste disposal unit.
a. true
b. false
96. Any water closet that permits siphonage of the
contents of the bowl back into the water tank, shall be
prohibited as well as trough urinals.
a. true
b. false
96. Any water closet that permits siphonage of the
contents of the bowl back into the water tank, shall be
prohibited as well as trough urinals.
a. true
b. false
97. Fixed wooden, concrete, cement or tile wash trays or
sinks for domestic use shall not be installed in any
building designed for human habitation.
a. true
b. false
97. Fixed wooden, concrete, cement or tile wash trays or
sinks for domestic use shall not be installed in any
building designed for human habitation.
a. true
b. false
98. No sheet metal lined wooden bathtubs shall be
installed or reconnected.
a. true
b. false
98. No sheet metal lined wooden bathtubs shall be
installed or reconnected.
a. true
b. false
99. No dry or chemical closet (toilet) shall be installed in
any building for human habitation, unless first approved
by the Health Officer or AA.
a. true
b. false
99. No dry or chemical closet (toilet) shall be installed in
any building for human habitation, unless first approved
by the Health Officer or AA.
a. true
b. false
100. All plumbing fixtures shall be run parallel and close
to the nearest wall or building line.
a. true
b. false
100. All plumbing fixtures shall be run parallel and close
to the nearest wall or building line.
a. true
b. false
101. Fixtures comes in contact with the wall or floor, the
joint between the fixtures and wall or floor shall be
made watertight.
a. true
b. false
101. Fixtures comes in contact with the wall or floor, the
joint between the fixtures and wall or floor shall be
made watertight.
a. true
b. false
102. Securing fixtures shall be rigidly with the use of
adequately-sized screws or expansion bolts of copper,
brass or other equally corrosion-resistant material.
a. true
b. false
102. Securing fixtures shall be rigidly with the use of
adequately-sized screws or expansion bolts of copper,
brass or other equally corrosion-resistant material.
a. true
b. false
103. Wall hung fixtures shall be rigidly supported by
metal supporting members or chairs so that no bending
or pullout strain is transmitted to the wall.
a. true
b. false
103. Wall hung fixtures shall be rigidly supported by
metal supporting members or chairs so that no bending
or pullout strain is transmitted to the wall.
a. true
b. false
104. Approved non-corrosive screws or bolts shall be
secure water closet and urinal flush tanks and similar
appurtenances.
a. true
b. false
104. Approved non-corrosive screws or bolts shall be
secure water closet and urinal flush tanks and similar
appurtenances.
a. true
b. false
105. Fixtures shall be set level and in proper alignment
with reference to adjacent walls.
a. true
b. false
105. Fixtures shall be set level and in proper alignment
with reference to adjacent walls.
a. true
b. false
106. Supply lines or fittings for every plumbing fixture
shall be installed to prevent backflow.
a. true
b. false
106. Supply lines or fittings for every plumbing fixture
shall be installed to prevent backflow.
a. true
b. false
107. Automatically controlled flushometer valves may
be substituted for automatic flush tanks.
a. true
b. false
107. Automatically controlled flushometer valves may
be substituted for automatic flush tanks.
a. true
b. false
108. No manually controlled flushometer valve shall be
used to flush more than one urinal and each such urinal
flushometer valve shall be self-closing type discharging
predetermined quantity of water.
a. true
b. false
108. No manually controlled flushometer valve shall be
used to flush more than one urinal and each such urinal
flushometer valve shall be self-closing type discharging
predetermined quantity of water.
a. true
b. false
109. Floor drains, floor receptors and shower drains shall
be the body provided with integrally-cast water stop
outside flange around the body at mid depth and with
an inside caulk outlet to provide a watertight joint in the
floor.
a. true
b. false
109. Floor drains, floor receptors and shower drains shall
be the body provided with integrally-cast water stop
outside flange around the body at mid depth and with
an inside caulk outlet to provide a watertight joint in the
floor.
a. true
b. false
110. Each shower receptor shall be constructed of
vitrified china or earthenware, ceramic tile, porcelain-
enameled metal or such other material.
a. true
b. false
110. Each shower receptor shall be constructed of
vitrified china or earthenware, ceramic tile, porcelain-
enameled metal or such other material.
a. true
b. false
111. Clothes washers in group of three or more shall be
rated at ______ each for the common horizontal and
vertical waste pipe sizing.
a. 6 DFU
b. 2 DFU
c. 1 DFU
111. Clothes washers in group of three or more shall be
rated at ______ each for the common horizontal and
vertical waste pipe sizing.
a. 6 DFU
b. 2 DFU
c. 1 DFU
d. 4 DFU
112. Each shower receptor shall be constructed, except:
a. vitrified china
b. ceramic tile
c. porcelain enameled metal
d. unearthenware
112. Each shower receptor shall be constructed, except:
a. vitrified china
b. ceramic tile
c. porcelain enameled metal
d. unearthenware
113. Threshold shall be of sufficient width to
accommodate a minimum _____ wide door.
a. 22 inches (559 mm)
b. 20 inches
c. 18 inches
d. 24 inches
113. Threshold shall be of sufficient width to
accommodate a minimum _____ wide door.
a. 22 inches (559 mm)
b. 20 inches
c. 18 inches
d. 24 inches
114. The finished floor of the receptor shall slope
uniformly from the sides towards the drain not more
than:
a. 40 mm/m (4%)
b. 20 mm/m
c. 10.5 mm/m
d. 5.3 mm/m
114. The finished floor of the receptor shall slope
uniformly from the sides towards the drain not more
than:
a. 40 mm/m (4%)
b. 20 mm/m
c. 10.5 mm/m
d. 5.3 mm/m
115. The finished floor of the receptor shall slope
uniformly from the sides towards the drain not less
than:
a. 40 mm/m
b. 20 mm/m (2%)
c. 10.5 mm/m
d. 5.3 mm/m
115. The finished floor of the receptor shall slope
uniformly from the sides towards the drain not less
than:
a. 40 mm/m
b. 20 mm/m (2%)
c. 10.5 mm/m
d. 5.3 mm/m
116. The minimum threshold depth in a shower
receptors shall be:
a. 1 inches
b. 2 inches (51 mm)
c. 3 inches
d. 1/2 inches
116. The minimum threshold depth in a shower
receptors shall be:
a. 1 inches
b. 2 inches (51 mm)
c. 3 inches
d. 1/2 inches
117. The maximum threshold depth in a shower
receptors shall be:
a. 9 inches (228 mm)
b. 12 inches
c. 10 inches
d. 8 inches
117. The maximum threshold depth in a shower
receptors shall be:
a. 9 inches (228 mm)
b. 12 inches
c. 10 inches
d. 8 inches
118. The minimum distance between the door or entry
to the drain opening of special shower compartments
shall be?
a. 1.2 m (4 ft)
b. 1.5 m
c. 1.0 m
d. 0.9 m
118. The minimum distance between the door or entry
to the drain opening of special shower compartments
shall be?
a. 1.2 m (4 ft)
b. 1.5 m
c. 1.0 m
d. 0.9 m
119. All shower compartments, regardless of shape,
shall have a minimum finished interior area of?
a. 0.3 sqm.
b. 0.6 sqm (6.45 ft2)
c. 0.9 sqm.
d. 0.5 sqm.
119. All shower compartments, regardless of shape,
shall have a minimum finished interior area of?
a. 0.3 sqm.
b. 0.6 sqm (6.45 ft2)
c. 0.9 sqm.
d. 0.5 sqm.
120. The minimum area and dimensions shall be
maintained from a point above the shower drain outlet
to a height of ____ with no protrusions.
a. 1.5 m
b. 1.6 m
c. 1.78 m
d. 1.9 m
120. The minimum area and dimensions shall be
maintained from a point above the shower drain outlet
to a height of ____ with no protrusions.
a. 1.5 m
b. 1.6 m
c. 1.78 m
d. 1.9 m
121. Shower receptors built directly on the ground shall
be constructed, except:
a. approved type dense
b. non-absorbent
c. non-corrosive
d. acid-resistant
121. Shower receptors built directly on the ground shall
be constructed, except:
a. approved type dense
b. non-absorbent
c. non-corrosive
d. acid-resistant
122. Each receptor built directly on the ground shall
have, except:
a. smooth
b. impervious
c. durable surfaces
d. firm bed
122. Each receptor built directly on the ground shall
have, except:
a. smooth
b. impervious
c. durable surfaces
d. firm bed
123. Shower receptors that built above ground the sub-
floor and rough side of walls to a height of ___ above
the top of the finished dam.
a. 3 inches (76 mm)
b. 4 inches
c. 2 inches
d. 1 1/2 inches
123. Shower receptors that built above ground the sub-
floor and rough side of walls to a height of ___ above
the top of the finished dam.
a. 3 inches (76 mm)
b. 4 inches
c. 2 inches
d. 1 1/2 inches
124. Shower receptor that built above ground the sub-
floor and rough side of walls shall be lined with?
a. sheet lead
b. brass
c. tin
d. copper flux
124. Shower receptor that built above ground the sub-
floor and rough side of walls shall be lined with?
a. sheet lead
b. brass
c. tin
d. copper flux
125. In shower compartment, all lining materials shall be
pitched at a slope of _____ to weep holes in subdrain of
a smooth and solidly formed sub-base.
a. 40 mm/m
b. 20 mm/m (2%)
c. 10.5 mm/m
d. 5.3 mm/m
125. In shower compartment, all lining materials shall be
pitched at a slope of _____ to weep holes in subdrain of
a smooth and solidly formed sub-base.
a. 40 mm/m
b. 20 mm/m (2%)
c. 10.5 mm/m
d. 5.3 mm/m
126. In shower compartment, all folds, laps and
reinforcing webbing shall extend to at least ______ in all
directions from the corner and all webbing shall be of
approved type and mesh, producing a tensile strength of
not less than 0.9 kg/mm in either direction.
a. 76 mm
b. 101 mm
c. 51 mm
d. 125 mm
126. In shower compartment, all folds, laps and
reinforcing webbing shall extend to at least ______ in all
directions from the corner and all webbing shall be of
approved type and mesh, producing a tensile strength of
not less than 0.9 kg/mm in either direction.
a. 76 mm
b. 101 mm
c. 51 mm
d. 125 mm
127. Lead and copper sub-pans or linings shall be
installed from all conducting substances other than their
connecting drain by?
a. 6.8 kg asphalt felt
b. 19.6 kg/m2
c. GA. 24 B & S (0.5 mm thk)
d. be burned
127. Lead and copper sub-pans or linings shall be
installed from all conducting substances other than their
connecting drain by?
a. 6.8 kg asphalt felt
b. 19.6 kg/m2
c. GA. 24 B & S (0.5 mm thk)
d. be burned
128. No lead pan or liner shall be constructed material
weighing less than? ENGR. ROEL A. ABAO 20

a. 6.8 kg asphalt felt


b. 19.6 kg/m2
c. GA. 24 B & S (0.5 mm thk)
d. be burned
128. No lead pan or liner shall be constructed material
weighing less than? ENGR. ROEL A. ABAO 20

a. 6.8 kg asphalt felt


b. 19.6 kg/m2
c. GA. 24 B & S (0.5 mm thk)
d. be burned
129. Thickness of copper pans or liners shall be at least?
a. 6.8 kg asphalt felt
b. 19.6 kg/m2
c. GA. 24 B & S (0.5 mm thk)
d. be burned
129. Thickness of copper pans or liners shall be at least?
a. 6.8 kg asphalt felt
b. 19.6 kg/m2
c. GA. 24 B & S (0.5 mm thk)
d. be burned
130. Joints in lead pans or liners shall be?
a. 6.8 kg asphalt felt
b. 19.6 kg/m2
c. GA. 24 B & S (0.5 mm thk)
d. burned
130. Joints in lead pans or liners shall be?
a. 6.8 kg asphalt felt
b. 19.6 kg/m2
c. GA. 24 B & S (0.5 mm thk)
d. burned
131. All whirlpool bathtubs shall comply with a
removable panel of sufficient dimension shall be
provided for?
a. access to the pump
b. circulating pump
c. pop up
d. flow limiting features
131. All whirlpool bathtubs shall comply with a
removable panel of sufficient dimension shall be
provided for?
a. access to the pump
b. circulating pump
c. pop up
d. flow limiting features
132. All whirlpool bathtubs shall comply with the pump
and the circulating piping shall be?
a. self-draining to minimize water retention
b. automatic flush to achieve low water consumption
c. flow limiting features
d. pop-up
132. All whirlpool bathtubs shall comply with the pump
and the circulating piping shall be?
a. self-draining to minimize water retention
b. automatic flush to achieve low water consumption
c. flow limiting features
d. pop-up
133. The total number of water closets for females shall
be at least equal to the total number of water closets
and urinals required for males.
a. true
b. false
133. The total number of water closets for females shall
be at least equal to the total number of water closets
and urinals required for males.
a. true
b. false
134. There shall be a minimum of 1 drinking fountain per
occupied floor in schools, theaters, auditoriums,
dormitories offices or public building.
a. true
b. false
134. There shall be a minimum of 1 drinking fountain per
occupied floor in schools, theaters, auditoriums,
dormitories offices or public building.
a. true
b. false
135. Shower receptors shall be tested for water-
tightness by?
a. filling with water to the level of the rough threshold
b. filling water all over
c. lowest point to highest
d. air test
135. Shower receptors shall be tested for water-
tightness by?
a. filling with water to the level of the rough threshold
b. filling water all over
c. lowest point to highest
d. air test
136. Who shall maintain the plumbing and drainage
system of the client premises?
a. owner’s agent
b. Authority Having Jurisdiction
c. journeyman
d. laborer
136. Who shall maintain the plumbing and drainage
system of the client premises?
a. owner’s agent
b. Authority Having Jurisdiction
c. journeyman
d. laborer
137. A kind of test shall be used in testing the tightness
condition of the drainage or plumbing system of any
building premises when there is reason to believe that it
has become defective.
a. water test
b. air test
c. smoke test
d. bomb test
137. A kind of test shall be used in testing the tightness
condition of the drainage or plumbing system of any
building premises when there is reason to believe that it
has become defective.
a. water test
b. air test
c. smoke test
d. bomb test
138. After the plumbing fixtures have been set and their
traps filled with water, they shall be submitted again for
a final test.
a. true
b. false
138. After the plumbing fixtures have been set and their
traps filled with water, they shall be submitted again for
a final test.
a. true
b. false
139. If the Administrative Authority finds that the work
will not pass the test and the work shall then be
resubmitted for another test and be assessed an
appropriate fee appearance.
a. true
b. false
139. If the Administrative Authority finds that the work
will not pass the test and the work shall then be
resubmitted for another test and be assessed an
appropriate fee appearance.
a. true
b. false
140. Water test procedures, except:
a. all openings in the piping shall be tightly closed except
the highest opening
b. no section shall be tested with less than 10 ft of water
c. The water shall be kept at least 15 mins before
inspection starts.
d. The system shall be tight at all points.
140. Water test procedures, except:
a. all openings in the piping shall be tightly closed except
the highest opening
b. no section shall be tested with less than 10 ft of water
c. The water shall be kept at least 15 mins before
inspection starts.
d. The system shall be tight at all points.
141. Air test procedures, except:
a. attaching an air compressor testing apparatus to any
suitable opening
b. having uniform gauge pressure of 5 psi at least 15
mins.
c. having uniform gauge pressure of 35.4 kPa at least 15
mins.
d. the inlet and outlet of the system shall be closed and
sufficient balance a column of 254 mm Hg in height
141. Air test procedures, except:
a. attaching an air compressor testing apparatus to any
suitable opening
b. having uniform gauge pressure of 5 psi at least 15
mins.
c. having uniform gauge pressure of 35.4 kPa at least 15
mins.
d. the inlet and outlet of the system shall be closed and
sufficient balance a column of 254 mm Hg in height
142. A 50 psi air pressure may be substituted for the
water test.
a. true
b. false
142. A 50 psi air pressure may be substituted for the
water test.
a. true
b. false
143. In either method of test, the piping shall be
withstand the test without leaking for a period of not
less than 15 minutes.
a. true
b. false
143. In either method of test, the piping shall be
withstand the test without leaking for a period of not
less than 15 minutes.
a. true
b. false
144. Water piping shall be tested and proved tight under
a water pressure not less than the working pressure
under which it is to be used plus 50%.
a. true
b. false
144. Water piping shall be tested and proved tight under
a water pressure not less than the working pressure
under which it is to be used plus 50%.
a. true
b. false
145. The building sewer shall be watertight at all points.
a. true
b. false
145. The building sewer shall be watertight at all points.
a. true
b. false
146. Whenever compliance fails to eliminate due to
insanitary condition, the owner or his agent shall install
such additional and drainage facilities or shall make such
repairs or alteration as may be ordered by the plumbing
authority.
a. true
b. false
146. Whenever compliance fails to eliminate due to
insanitary condition, the owner or his agent shall install
such additional and drainage facilities or shall make such
repairs or alteration as may be ordered by the plumbing
authority.
a. true
b. false
147. Backflow preventers shall not be located in any
area containing fumes that are toxic, poisonous and
corrosive.
a. true
b. false
147. Backflow preventers shall not be located in any
area containing fumes that are toxic, poisonous and
corrosive.
a. true
b. false
148. Some water-cooled equipment may produce back
pressure and shall be equipped with the approved
protection.
a. true
b. false
148. Some water-cooled equipment may produce back
pressure and shall be equipped with the approved
protection.
a. true
b. false
149. Potable water make up connection to steam or hot
water boilers shall be provided with a listed backflow
protection assembly.
a. true
b. false
149. Potable water make up connection to steam or hot
water boilers shall be provided with a listed backflow
protection assembly.
a. true
b. false
150. Backflow prevention for hot water over 43.3⁰C shall
be listed type assembly designed to operate at a
temperature of 43.3⁰C or higher without rendering any
portion of the assembly inoperative.
a. true
b. false
150. Backflow prevention for hot water over 43.3⁰C shall
be listed type assembly designed to operate at a
temperature of 43.3⁰C or higher without rendering any
portion of the assembly inoperative.
a. true
b. false
PLUMBING BANK 2
1.
__________ may be used either for the collection of
water without consideration of pressure, or for storing
water under air pressure or under a static head for
future distribution by pneumatic or gravity means.
Materials are PVC, G.I., reinforced concrete, stainless
steel or plain steel.
a. Cistern/cistern tank
b. Water tank
c. Water dam
d. Cofferdam
1.
__________ may be used either for the collection of
water without consideration of pressure, or for storing
water under air pressure or under a static head for
future distribution by pneumatic or gravity means.
Materials are PVC, G.I., reinforced concrete, stainless
steel or plain steel.
a. Cistern/cistern tank
b. Water tank
c. Water dam
d. Cofferdam
2.
________ are holes in the earth from which a fluid may
be withdrawn using manual or mechanical means such
as draw bucket, pump, etc.
a. wells
b. pits
c. fox holes
d. none
2.
________ are holes in the earth from which a fluid may
be withdrawn using manual or mechanical means such
as draw bucket, pump, etc.
a. wells
b. pits
c. fox holes
d. none
3.
Which is not one of the components of plumbing?
a. Water Supply Distribution System
b. Sanitary Drainage and Disposal System
c. Storm Drainage System
d. Electrical Piping System
3.
Which is not one of the components of plumbing?
a. Water Supply Distribution System
b. Sanitary Drainage and Disposal System
c. Storm Drainage System
d. Electrical Piping System
4.
What is the best fixture for a public comfort room?
a. Gate valve
b. flushometer
c. faucet
d. None of the above
4.
What is the best fixture for a public comfort room?
a. Gate valve
b. flushometer
c. faucet
d. None of the above
5.
What can discharge directly to the sewer system?
?
a. Building Sewer
b. Oil and Grease
c. Ashes
d. None of the above
5.
What can discharge directly to the sewer system?
?
a. Building Sewer
b. Oil and Grease
c. Ashes
d. None of the above
6.
Water is sprayed into the air to release any trapped
gases and absorb additional oxygen for better taste.
a. Aeration
b. Sedimentation
c. Chlorination
d. Filtration
6.
Water is sprayed into the air to release any trapped
gases and absorb additional oxygen for better taste.
a. Aeration
b. Sedimentation
c. Chlorination
d. Filtration
7.
Water is purified by ___________. In various processes,
so as to remove the particles of vegetable matter, mud
and other particles of matter present in the water, most
commonly used materials are sand and gravel.
a. filtration
b. Purification
c. sedimentation
d. distillation
7.
Water is purified by ___________. In various processes,
so as to remove the particles of vegetable matter, mud
and other particles of matter present in the water, most
commonly used materials are sand and gravel.
a. filtration
b. Purification
c. sedimentation
d. distillation
8.
Water is passed through layers of sand and gravel in
concrete basins in order to remove the finer suspended
particles.
a. coagulation
b. flocculation
c. Sedimentation
d. filtration
8.
Water is passed through layers of sand and gravel in
concrete basins in order to remove the finer suspended
particles.
a. coagulation
b. flocculation
c. Sedimentation
d. filtration
9.
Water cycle is consists of 3 stages of process, which is
not included?
a. Evaporation
b. Condensation
c. Precipitation
d. Hydration
9.
Water cycle is consists of 3 stages of process, which is
not included?
a. Evaporation
b. Condensation
c. Precipitation
d. Hydration
10.
Use extreme water pressure so as not to affect existing
foundation in the vicinity. It makes use of a suction
pump above, while casing acts as the pump riser.
a. Bored wells
b. Drilled wells
c. Jetted wells
d. Dug wells
10.
Use extreme water pressure so as not to affect existing
foundation in the vicinity. It makes use of a suction
pump above, while casing acts as the pump riser.
a. Bored wells
b. Drilled wells
c. Jetted wells
d. Dug wells
11.
uPVC means:
a. unplasticized polyvinyl chloride pipe
b. plasticized polyvinyl chloride pipe
c. polyvinyl chloride pipe
d. fluoride polyvinyl chloride pipe
11.
uPVC means:
a. unplasticized polyvinyl chloride pipe
b. plasticized polyvinyl chloride pipe
c. polyvinyl chloride pipe
d. fluoride polyvinyl chloride pipe
12.
Underground container for waste matter, a covered
underground tank or well for the collection of waste
matter and water, especially sewage.
a. cistern
b. Sump pit
c. Sewage tank
d. holding tank
12.
Underground container for waste matter, a covered
underground tank or well for the collection of waste
matter and water, especially sewage.
a. cistern
b. Sump pit
c. Sewage tank
d. holding tank
13.
Turbidity is another problems of water for water
distribution, because silt or mud in surface or in ground,
which can cause of discoloration of water and bad taste,
what is the best solution for this ?
a. Aeration
b. Sedimentation
c. Filtration
d. Boiling
13.
Turbidity is another problems of water for water
distribution, because silt or mud in surface or in ground,
which can cause of discoloration of water and bad taste,
what is the best solution for this ?
a. Aeration
b. Sedimentation
c. Filtration
d. Boiling
14.
To reduce water hammer?
a. put noise reduction insulation to absorb noise that
will be created by the pipes
b. an additional 0.30m to 0.90m length of pipe is added
to the riser to give air pressure which absorb it.
c. additional vent pipe
d. buy a hammer made with wood
14.
To reduce water hammer?
a. put noise reduction insulation to absorb noise that
will be created by the pipes
b. an additional 0.30m to 0.90m length of pipe is added
to the riser to give air pressure which absorb it.
c. additional vent pipe
d. buy a hammer made with wood
15.
To insure no leakage, a G.I. pipe when threaded has to
use lead liquid or ______ tape around the thread before
tightening the fittings.
a. solvent
b. teflon
c. packaging
d. electrical
15.
To insure no leakage, a G.I. pipe when threaded has to
use lead liquid or ______ tape around the thread before
tightening the fittings.
a. solvent
b. teflon
c. packaging
d. electrical
16.
This water source is often in springs and wells as a
source of water.
a. Ground water
b. Rain water
c. Natural Water
d. none of the above
16.
This water source is often in springs and wells as a
source of water.
a. Ground water
b. Rain water
c. Natural Water
d. none of the above
17.
This pumps are used in applications where excess water
must be pumped away from a particular area. A pump
used to remove water that has accumulated in a water
collecting sump pit,
a. jet (ejector) pump
b. Turbine pump
c. sump pump
d. none of the above
17.
This pumps are used in applications where excess water
must be pumped away from a particular area. A pump
used to remove water that has accumulated in a water
collecting sump pit,
a. jet (ejector) pump
b. Turbine pump
c. sump pump
d. none of the above
18.
This is a portion of the rain water which has percolated
into the earth to form underground deposits
a. aquifers
b. well
c. cistern
d. soil bearing
18.
This is a portion of the rain water which has percolated
into the earth to form underground deposits
a. aquifers
b. well
c. cistern
d. soil bearing
19.
This is a kind of pump attached to the end of deep well
pipe enclosed in a casing where the pump is capable of
functioning while submerged.
a. force pump
b. submersible pump
c. lift pump
d. piston pump
19.
This is a kind of pump attached to the end of deep well
pipe enclosed in a casing where the pump is capable of
functioning while submerged.
a. force pump
b. submersible pump
c. lift pump
d. piston pump
20.
This consists of a wedge-shaped plug which is screwed
down to seat between two brass rings surrounding the
inlet pipe so that a double seal is obtained. The inlet and
outlet are in a straight line. This valve is used when a
normal fully open or closed position is desired. Either
end may be used as inlet
a. Gate valves
b. Check valves
c. globe valves
d. angle valve
20.
This consists of a wedge-shaped plug which is screwed
down to seat between two brass rings surrounding the
inlet pipe so that a double seal is obtained. The inlet and
outlet are in a straight line. This valve is used when a
normal fully open or closed position is desired. Either
end may be used as inlet
a. Gate valves
b. Check valves
c. globe valves
d. angle valve
21.
These valves are used when it is desired that the flow
through a pipe be always in one direction and there is a
possibility of a flow taking place in the opposite
direction. One type has a pivoted flap which is readily
pushed open by the pressure of water from one side but
is tightly closed by the force of a reverse flow.
a. Gate valves
b. Check valves
c. globe valves
d. angle valve
21.
These valves are used when it is desired that the flow
through a pipe be always in one direction and there is a
possibility of a flow taking place in the opposite
direction. One type has a pivoted flap which is readily
pushed open by the pressure of water from one side but
is tightly closed by the force of a reverse flow.
a. Gate valves
b. Check valves
c. globe valves
d. angle valve
22.
These are dug with earth augers are usually less than 30
meters (100 ft) deep. The diameter ranges from 2 to 30
inches. The well is lined with metal, vitrified tile or
concrete.
a. Dug wells
b. Bored wells
c. Driven wells
d. Shore wells
22.
These are dug with earth augers are usually less than 30
meters (100 ft) deep. The diameter ranges from 2 to 30
inches. The well is lined with metal, vitrified tile or
concrete.
a. Dug wells
b. Bored wells
c. Driven wells
d. Shore wells
23.
There is a septic tank installed on the top of a rock by
the seashore. The tank is exposed on low tide, and
covered in sea water during high tide. Which of the
following would be an appropriate water proofing for it.
a. water proof all surface, exterior and interior
b. water proof all interior surface except the floor
c. water proof the walls only exterior and interior
d. none of the above
23.
There is a septic tank installed on the top of a rock by
the seashore. The tank is exposed on low tide, and
covered in sea water during high tide. Which of the
following would be an appropriate water proofing for it.
a. water proof all surface, exterior and interior
b. water proof all interior surface except the floor
c. water proof the walls only exterior and interior
d. none of the above

24.
There are several reasons why soil stacks are not
allowed in columns. Which is NOT the reason?
a. Pipes will interfere with reinforcing Bars
b. The size of the columns will be larger
c. Cracks and leaks cannot be detected
d. The Gas emitted will deteriorate concrete
24.
There are several reasons why soil stacks are not
allowed in columns. Which is NOT the reason?
a. Pipes will interfere with reinforcing Bars
b. The size of the columns will be larger
c. Cracks and leaks cannot be detected
d. The Gas emitted will deteriorate concrete
25.
The pipe from the public water main or source of water
supply to the building served.
a. service pipe
b. main service pipe
c. distribution pipe
d. water riser
25.
The pipe from the public water main or source of water
supply to the building served.
a. service pipe
b. main service pipe
c. distribution pipe
d. water riser
26.
The other physical properties of water is ability to climb
up a surface against the pull of gravity.
a. surface tension
b. heat absorption
c. capillarity
d. dissolving ability
26.
The other physical properties of water is ability to climb
up a surface against the pull of gravity.
a. surface tension
b. heat absorption
c. capillarity
d. dissolving ability
27.
The ability to stick itself together and pull itself together
a. surface tension
b. heat absorption
c. capillarity
d. dissolving ability
27.
The ability to stick itself together and pull itself together
a. surface tension
b. heat absorption
c. capillarity
d. dissolving ability
28.
It is less aesthetic than aeration but more certain
oxidation process. It is used commonly in cooling tower
treatment.
a. coagulation
b. ozonation
c. sedimentation
d. aeration
28.
It is less aesthetic than aeration but more certain
oxidation process. It is used commonly in cooling tower
treatment.
a. coagulation
b. ozonation
c. sedimentation
d. aeration
29.
Requires more elaborate equipment depending on the
geology of the site. Used for drilling oil and can reach up
to 1000 meters in depth.
a. bore wells
b. drilled wells
c. shore wells
d. dug wells
29.
Requires more elaborate equipment depending on the
geology of the site. Used for drilling oil and can reach up
to 1000 meters in depth.
a. bore wells
b. drilled wells
c. shore wells
d. dug wells
30.
Refers to the public water system laid underground
along the streets where the house service is connected.
a. main service
b. water source
c. water main
30.
Refers to the public water system laid underground
along the streets where the house service is connected.
a. main service
b. water source
c. water main
31.
Used to measure the kinetic energy created by the
pump.
a. pump head
b. pump load
c. NPSHa
d. NPSHr
31.
Used to measure the kinetic energy created by the
pump.
a. pump head
b. pump load
c. NPSHa
d. NPSHr
32.
Generate high rotational velocities then convert the
resulting kinetic energy of the liquid to pressure energy.
a. centrifugal pump
b. reciprocating pump
c. turbine pump
d. submersible pump
32.
Generate high rotational velocities then convert the
resulting kinetic energy of the liquid to pressure energy.
a. centrifugal pump
b. reciprocating pump
c. turbine pump
d. submersible pump
33.
It produces high head, low flow rate and suitable for
high viscosity application.
a. positive displacement
b. dynamic
c. reciprocating pump
d. piston pump
33.
It produces high head, low flow rate and suitable for
high viscosity application.
a. positive displacement
b. dynamic
c. reciprocating pump
d. piston pump

34.
It increase in energy converted to a gain in pressure
energy when the liquid is allowed to pass through an
increase area.
a. positive displacement
b. dynamic
c. reciprocating pump
d. piston pump
34.
It increase in energy converted to a gain in pressure
energy when the liquid is allowed to pass through an
increase area.
a. positive displacement
b. dynamic
c. reciprocating pump
d. piston pump
35.
Physical process in which the sediment particles collide
with each other and stick together.
a. coagulation
b. flocculation
c. sedimentation
d. aeration
35.
Physical process in which the sediment particles collide
with each other and stick together.
a. coagulation
b. flocculation
c. sedimentation
d. aeration
36.
________is a device used to move fluids, such as liquids
or slurries. A mechanical equipment displaces a volume
by physical or mechanical action.
a. pump
b. motor
c. propeller
d. machine
36.
________is a device used to move fluids, such as liquids
or slurries. A mechanical equipment displaces a volume
by physical or mechanical action.
a. pump
b. motor
c. propeller
d. machine
37.
One end is 0.30M and the other end is 0.90M long. This
prevents the pipe from snapping (breaking?) when the
soil settles. [U-shaped?]
a. gooseneck
b. corporation cock
c. ball cock
d. long neck
37.
One end is 0.30M and the other end is 0.90M long. This
prevents the pipe from snapping (breaking?) when the
soil settles. [U-shaped?]
a. gooseneck
b. corporation cock
c. ball cock
d. long neck
38.
NAMPAP means?
a. National Masteral Plumbing Association of the
Philippines
b. National Master Plumbers Associations of the
Philippines
c. National Master Plumbing Associate of the Philippines
d. none of the above
38.
NAMPAP means?
a. National Masteral Plumbing Association of the
Philippines
b. National Master Plumbers Associations of the
Philippines
c. National Master Plumbing Associate of the Philippines
d. none of the above
39.
Method of introducing a controlled amount of chlorine
to the water in order to attain a desired degree of
disinfection.
a. chlorination
b. flocculation
c. filtration
d. sedimentation
39.
Method of introducing a controlled amount of chlorine
to the water in order to attain a desired degree of
disinfection.
a. chlorination
b. flocculation
c. filtration
d. sedimentation

40.
The volume of a liquid passing through a cross section of
a stream in unit time is called?
a. steady flow
b. uniform flow
c. continuous flow
d. discharge
40.
The volume of a liquid passing through a cross section of
a stream in unit time is called?
a. steady flow
b. uniform flow
c. continuous flow
d. discharge
41.
Instrument used to measure the water flow.
a. venturi meter
b. pressure gauge
c. dynamometer
d. pitot tube
41.
Instrument used to measure the water flow.
a. venturi meter
b. pressure gauge
c. dynamometer
d. pitot tube

42.
Pour index horsepower is how many foot lbs per
minutes.
a. 30,000
b. 33,000
c. 33,333
d. 30,333
42.
Pour index horsepower is how many foot lbs per
minutes.
a. 30,000
b. 33,000
c. 33,333
d. 30,333
43.
Is the art and technique of installing pipes, fixtures and
other apparatuses in buildings & bringing the supply
liquids substances &/or ingredients and removing them
a. source distribution
b. plumbing
c. mechanics
d. none of the above
43.
Is the art and technique of installing pipes, fixtures and
other apparatuses in buildings & bringing the supply
liquids substances &/or ingredients and removing them
a. source distribution
b. plumbing
c. mechanics
d. none of the above
44.
Is plumbing system which carries water from the water
source, street main or a pump to the building and to the
various points in the building at which water is used
a. Sewage System
b. Water Supply and Distribution System
c. Drainage System
d. None of the above
44.
Is plumbing system which carries water from the water
source, street main or a pump to the building and to the
various points in the building at which water is used
a. Sewage System
b. Water Supply and Distribution System
c. Drainage System
d. None of the above
45.
Vitrified clay pipes when used as building drain or sewer
should be __ below finish ground level.
a. 0.2 m
b. 0.3 m
c. 0.5 m
d. 0.6 m
45.
Vitrified clay pipes when used as building drain or sewer
should be __ below finish ground level.
a. 0.2 m
b. 0.3 m
c. 0.5 m
d. 0.6 m
46.
Water is not affected by peak load hours and time
needed to replace broken parts does not affect water
supply.
a. Overhead feed / gravity system
b. upfeed system
c. air pressure system
d. indirect system
46.
Water is not affected by peak load hours and time
needed to replace broken parts does not affect water
supply.
a. Overhead feed / gravity system
b. upfeed system
c. air pressure system
d. indirect system
47.
Disadvantages of overfeed or gravity system, except:
a. Water is subject to contamination.
b. High maintenance cost.
c. Requires stronger foundation and other structure to
carry additional load of tank & water.
d. water supply is affected by loss of pressure inside the
tank in case of power interruption
47.
Disadvantages of overfeed or gravity system, except:
a. Water is subject to contamination.
b. High maintenance cost.
c. Requires stronger foundation and other structure to
carry additional load of tank & water.
d. water supply is affected by loss of pressure inside the
tank in case of power interruption
48.
What is the main advantages of direct or upfeed in cold
water distribution system?
a. eliminate cost of pumps and tanks.
b. sanitary due to airtight water chamber.
c. having compact pumping unit and adaptable air
pressure.
d. it is not affected by power interruptions
48.
What is the main advantages of direct or upfeed in cold
water distribution system?
a. eliminate cost of pumps and tanks.
b. sanitary due to airtight water chamber.
c. having compact pumping unit and adaptable air
pressure.
d. it is not affected by power interruptions.
49.
The retention period or the time for which suspended
matters in septic tank would settle and stabilize is:
a. 12 hours
b. 24 hours
c. 36 hours
d. 72 hours
49.
The retention period or the time for which suspended
matters in septic tank would settle and stabilize is:
a. 12 hours
b. 24 hours
c. 36 hours
d. 72 hours
50.
It is a tank that makes life easier for the well or booster
pump by preventing rapid and unnecessary pump motor
cycling.
a. pressure tank
b. gravity tank
c. overhead tank
d. cistern
50.
It is a tank that makes life easier for the well or booster
pump by preventing rapid and unnecessary pump motor
cycling.
a. pressure tank
b. gravity tank
c. overhead tank
d. cistern
51.
It is a valve that use a rubber gasket to shut off water
flow and must be installed in the correct direction to
work properly.
a. Stop valve
b. Safety valve
c. Angle valve
d. ball valve
51.
It is a valve that use a rubber gasket to shut off water
flow and must be installed in the correct direction to
work properly.
a. Stop valve
b. Safety valve
c. Angle valve
d. ball valve
52.
This is water that has first been turned into steam so
that all of its impurities are left behind. Then through
condensation, it is turned back into pure water.
a. distilled water
b. de-ionized water
c. reverse osmosis
d. purified water
52.
This is water that has first been turned into steam so
that all of its impurities are left behind. Then through
condensation, it is turned back into pure water.
a. distilled water
b. de-ionized water
c. reverse osmosis
d. purified water
53.
A process of exchanging “hard” ions for “soft”. Water
leaving the sodium-cation exchanger has little hardness,
it contains sodium salts.
a. distilled water
b. de-ionized water
c. reverse osmosis
d. purified water
53.
A process of exchanging “hard” ions for “soft”. Water
leaving the sodium-cation exchanger has little hardness,
it contains sodium salts.
a. distilled water
b. de-ionized water
c. reverse osmosis
d. purified water
54.
This is a system of water purification which allows pre-
filtered water to be forced through a semi-permeable
membrane to separate impurities from our drinking
water.
a. reverse osmosis
b. distilled water
c. de-ionized water
d. purified water
54.
This is a system of water purification which allows pre-
filtered water to be forced through a semi-permeable
membrane to separate impurities from our drinking
water.
a. reverse osmosis
b. distilled water
c. de-ionized water
d. purified water
55.
It may contain many trace minerals and chemicals,
viruses and bacteria and may be classified as water
which is harder than distilled water.
a. hard water
b. soft water
c. black water
d. grey water
55.
It may contain many trace minerals and chemicals,
viruses and bacteria and may be classified as water
which is harder than distilled water.
a. hard water
b. soft water
c. black water
d. grey water
56.
A kind of water that has not been boiled and may be
hard (as calcium hardened water) or soft as rain water.
a. soft water
b. boiled water
c. hard water
d. raw water
56.
A kind of water that has not been boiled and may be
hard (as calcium hardened water) or soft as rain water.
a. soft water
b. boiled water
c. hard water
d. raw water
57.
These are advantages of vacuum system versus gravity
system, except:
a. low installation cost
b. environmentally safe.
c. no possibility of vermin in pipelines.
d. low maintenance required
57.
These are advantages of vacuum system versus gravity
system, except:
a. low installation cost
b. environmentally safe.
c. no possibility of vermin in pipelines.
d. low maintenance required

58.
These are disadvantages of vacuum system versus
gravity system, except:
a. high component cost
b. mechanical components – possibility of failure
c. regular maintenance required
d. always self-cleansing.
58.
These are disadvantages of vacuum system versus
gravity system, except:
a. high component cost
b. mechanical components – possibility of failure
c. regular maintenance required
d. always self-cleansing.
59.
Applicable joint connection for asbestos cement pipe.
a. solvent cement
b. mechanical joint
c. soldered joint
d. threaded joint
59.
Applicable joint connection for asbestos cement pipe.
a. solvent cement
b. mechanical joint
c. soldered joint
d. threaded joint
60.
PE and PB pipes shall not be threaded.
a. true
b. false
c. may be
d. nota
60.
PE and PB pipes shall not be threaded.
a. true
b. false
c. may be
d. nota
61.
Applicable joints connection of cPVC, except:
a. mechanical joints
b. solvent cement
c. threaded joints
d. heat fusion joints
61.
Applicable joints connection of cPVC, except:
a. mechanical joints
b. solvent cement
c. threaded joints
d. heat fusion joints
62.
What is the main reason why globe valve is suitable for
throttling services?
a. ball and gate valves tend to vibrate under flow, and
erosion is a concern when using gate valves.
b. it normally operates faster.
c. more cheap than other valves.
c. it controls the full flow of the system.
62.
What is the main reason why globe valve is suitable for
throttling services?
a. ball and gate valves tend to vibrate under flow, and
erosion is a concern when using gate valves.
b. it normally operates faster.
c. more cheap than other valves.
c. it controls the full flow of the system.
63.
A valve usually used in high temperature services.
a. ball valve
b. gate valve
c. angle valve
d. plug valve
63.
A valve usually used in high temperature services.
a. ball valve
b. gate valve
c. angle valve
d. plug valve
64.
A valve usually used in high pressure services.
a. globe valve
b. gate valve
c. angle valve
d. pinch valve
64.
A valve usually used in high pressure services.
a. globe valve
b. gate valve
c. angle valve
d. pinch valve
65.
In water piping, female PVC screwed fittings shall be
used with?
a. plastic male thread
b. plastic male coupling
c. plastic male adaptor
d. union
65.
In water piping, female PVC screwed fittings shall be
used with?
a. plastic male thread
b. plastic male coupling
c. plastic male adaptor
d. union
66.
Which of the following locations DO not require
installation of a clean out?
a. At every branch interval of a soil stack
b. Any horizontal waste or soil pipe exceeding 15 meters
c. Any change in direction of a soil branch 22.5 degrees
and over.
d. At every end of every soil branch
66.
Which of the following locations DO not require
installation of a clean out?
a. At every branch interval of a soil stack
b. Any horizontal waste or soil pipe exceeding 15 meters
c. Any change in direction of a soil branch 22.5 degrees
and over.
d. At every end of every soil branch
67.
It is the process of removing residual chlorine form
disinfected wastewater prior to discharge into the
environment.
a. super-chlorination
b. dechlorination
c. prechlorination
d. chlorination
67.
It is the process of removing residual chlorine form
disinfected wastewater prior to discharge into the
environment.
a. super-chlorination
b. dechlorination
c. prechlorination
d. chlorination
68.
Which criterion is NOT needed in sizing a vent pipe for
individual, branch and circuit vent based on the total
linear footage of the pipe making up the vent?
a. Developed length of the vent pipe
b. Number of fixture unit
c. Slope of the drain pipe
d. Size of the drain pipe
68.
Which criterion is NOT needed in sizing a vent pipe for
individual, branch and circuit vent based on the total
linear footage of the pipe making up the vent?
a. Developed length of the vent pipe
b. Number of fixture unit
c. Slope of the drain pipe
d. Size of the drain pipe
69.
Where are dampers installed to regulate the amount of
cool air for an even distribution to outlets?
a. at the trunk ducts
b. at a practical location at angles and elbows
c. at the branch supply duct as far as practical from the
outlet
d. at the air boot fitting
69.
Where are dampers installed to regulate the amount of
cool air for an even distribution to outlets?
a. at the trunk ducts
b. at a practical location at angles and elbows
c. at the branch supply duct as far as practical from the
outlet
d. at the air boot fitting
70.
What is the size of supply valve for tank type water
closet?
a. 3/4”
b. 1/2”
c. 3/8”
d. 1”
70.
What is the size of supply valve for tank type water
closet?
a. 3/4”
b. 1/2”
c. 3/8”
d. 1”
71.
What is the minimum size of a trap or branch of a
residential kitchen?
a. 1 1/2”
b. 1 3/4”
c. 1 1/4”
d. 2”
71.
What is the minimum size of a trap or branch of a
residential kitchen?
a. 1 1/2”
b. 1 3/4”
c. 1 1/4”
d. 2”
72.
What is the minimum size of a trap or branch for a
lavatory?
a. 1 1/4”
b. 1 3/4”
c.. 1 1/2”
d. 2”
72.
What is the minimum size of a trap or branch for a
lavatory?
a. 1 1/4”
b. 1 3/4”
c.. 1 1/2”
d. 2”
73.
What is a type of vent applied on installations with
multi-branch interval where the vertical vent pipe takes
off in front of the first highest fixture and connects to a
main vent stack?
a. Relief vent
b. Yoke vent
c. Loop vent
d. Circuit vent
73.
What is a type of vent applied on installations with
multi-branch interval where the vertical vent pipe takes
off in front of the first highest fixture and connects to a
main vent stack?
a. Relief vent
b. Yoke vent
c. Loop vent
d. Circuit vent
74.
A tank constructed to special standards to withstand
pressure and usually coated inside with corrosion
resistant treatment as the water makes direct contact
with the interior. The air is compressed above the water.
a. air cushion tank
b. Elastic sock pressure vessel
c. Gravity tank
d. air cushion cylinder
74.
A tank constructed to special standards to withstand
pressure and usually coated inside with corrosion
resistant treatment as the water makes direct contact
with the interior. The air is compressed above the water.
a. air cushion tank
b. Elastic sock pressure vessel
c. Gravity tank
d. air cushion cylinder
75.
A kind of pressure vessels used in the hydro-pneumatic
pressure system which water is totally confined in an
elastic rubber bag. When water is pump the bag
expands, compressing the air in the cylinder until the
pressure switch reaches its setting & shuts off the
motor.
a. separated air cushion cylinder
b. air cushion tank
c. elastic sock pressure vessel
d. pressure tank
75.
A kind of pressure vessels used in the hydro-pneumatic
pressure system which water is totally confined in an
elastic rubber bag. When water is pump the bag
expands, compressing the air in the cylinder until the
pressure switch reaches its setting & shuts off the
motor.
a. separated air cushion cylinder
b. air cushion tank
c. elastic sock pressure vessel
d. pressure tank
76.
When installing ejector pump, in what order is it
installed?
a. pump, ball valve, check valve
b. ball valve, pump, check valve
c. Check valve, pump, ball valve
d. pump, check valve, ball valve
76.
When installing ejector pump, in what order is it
installed?
a. pump, ball valve, check valve
b. ball valve, pump, check valve
c. Check valve, pump, ball valve
d. pump, check valve, ball valve
77.
What is the minimum distance between a tub spout and
the flood level rim level of a bath tub?
a. 6”
b. 7”
c. 6 ½”
d. 5”
77.
What is the minimum distance between a tub spout and
the flood level rim level of a bath tub?
a. 6”
b. 7”
c. 6 ½”
d. 5”
78.
What temperature does a shower valve to be set at?
a. 85⁰F
b. 120⁰F
c. 115⁰F
d. 100⁰F
78.
What temperature does a shower valve to be set at?
a. 85⁰F
b. 120⁰F
c. 115⁰F
d. 100⁰F
79.
What is the maximum distance away from a water
heater you can install a shut off valve?
a. 1.2 m
b. 1.5 m
c. 1.8 m
d. 0.9 m
79.
What is the maximum distance away from a water
heater you can install a shut off valve?
a. 1.2 m
b. 1.5 m
c. 1.8 m
d. 0.9 m
80.
The standard size of an outlet of a dry standpipe located
for each floor is ___mm. diameter.
a. 51 mm (2”)
b. 76 mm (3”)
c. 38 mm (1 1/2”)
d. 64 mm (2 1/2”)
80.
The standard size of an outlet of a dry standpipe located
for each floor is ___mm. diameter.
a. 51 mm (2”)
b. 76 mm (3”)
c. 38 mm (1 1/2”)
d. 64 mm (2 1/2”)
81.
What is the maximum DFU’s are allowed on a 2”
horizontal drain line?
a. 6
b. 9
c. 12
d. 2
81.
What is the maximum DFU’s are allowed on a 2”
horizontal drain line?
a. 6
b. 9
c. 12
d. 2
82.
What is the maximum DFU’s are allowed on a 3”
horizontal drain line?
a. 15
b. 20
c. 22
d. 30
82.
What is the maximum DFU’s are allowed on a 3”
horizontal drain line?
a. 15
b. 20
c. 22
d. 30
83.
What is the maximum DFU’s are allowed on a 4”
horizontal drain line?
a. 160
b. 100
c. 125
d. 150
83.
What is the maximum DFU’s are allowed on a 4”
horizontal drain line?
a. 160
b. 100
c. 125
d. 150
84.
The location of a fire hose cabinet connected to a
standpipe for buildings shall be at every floor level
above the first floor at:
a. at any private room or rentable space
b. storeroom
c. inside a mechanical/electrical room
d. a landing of an enclosed stairway
84.
The location of a fire hose cabinet connected to a
standpipe for buildings shall be at every floor level
above the first floor at:
a. at any private room or rentable space
b. storeroom
c. inside a mechanical/electrical room
d. a landing of an enclosed stairway
85.
The general term for the hot or cold water pipes
containing potable water
a. water plumbing pipes
b. water distribution pipes
c. hot or cold water line
d. water supply pipes
85.
The general term for the hot or cold water pipes
containing potable water
a. water plumbing pipes
b. water distribution pipes
c. hot or cold water line
d. water supply pipes
86.
Single lever valves used in kitchen sink and lavatory
faucets or at shower valves has gain popularity in
plumbing installation today. This is because these valves
are beautiful and are maintenance-free. These valves
work by the principle of a:
A. gate valve
B. angle valve
C. ball valve
D. globe valve
86.
Single lever valves used in kitchen sink and lavatory
faucets or at shower valves has gain popularity in
plumbing installation today. This is because these valves
are beautiful and are maintenance-free. These valves
work by the principle of a:
A. gate valve
B. angle valve
C. ball valve
D. globe valve
87.
Minimum water delivery in liters per minute for an
outlet of a wet standpipe at a residual pressure or 1.8
kilos per sq. mts.
a. 132 liters per minute
b. 112 liters per minute
c. 155 liters per minute
d. 126 liters per minute
87.
Minimum water delivery in liters per minute for an
outlet of a wet standpipe at a residual pressure or 1.8
kilos per sq. mts.
a. 132 liters per minute
b. 112 liters per minute
c. 155 liters per minute
d. 126 liters per minute
88.
It is customary that a full open type of valve is used in
several locations in a water distribution system. Which
location in the following list DOES not require one?
a. On every hose bibb
b. On water supplies to pressurized tank
c. On the water service pipe near the source connection
d. On the main water distribution pipe near the water
service
88.
It is customary that a full open type of valve is used in
several locations in a water distribution system. Which
location in the following list DOES not require one?
a. On every hose bibb
b. On water supplies to pressurized tank
c. On the water service pipe near the source connection
d. On the main water distribution pipe near the water
service
89.
In a water system with constant water supply supplying
series of plumbing fixtures, water supply drop is
experience when the fixtures in the series are
simultaneously opened. Which poor design in the
plumbing system causes this?
a. Choice in the system of water distribution
b. Insufficiency in the size of the water service and
distribution pipe
c. Too many fixtures opened simultaneously
d. Use of PVC or other plastic pipes
89.
In a water system with constant water supply supplying
series of plumbing fixtures, water supply drop is
experience when the fixtures in the series are
simultaneously opened. Which poor design in the
plumbing system causes this?
a. Choice in the system of water distribution
b. Insufficiency in the size of the water service and
distribution pipe
c. Too many fixtures opened simultaneously
d. Use of PVC or other plastic pipes
90.
In a water distribution system, locations such as supply
pipe to every water heater requires a full open valve.
Which of the following in the list is a full open valve?
a. check valve
b. ball valves
c. globe valve
d. angle valve
90.
In a water distribution system, locations such as supply
pipe to every water heater requires a full open valve.
Which of the following in the list is a full open valve?
a. check valve
b. ball valves
c. globe valve
d. angle valve
91.
Branch vents are required to have at least a slope 1/4”
per feet. The purpose of which is:
a. for convenience in installing the pipe
b. to facilitate air movement with lesser air resistance
c. for purposes of economy
d. to allow any waste to drain into the drain pipe
91.
Branch vents are required to have at least a slope 1/4”
per feet. The purpose of which is:
a. for convenience in installing the pipe
b. to facilitate air movement with lesser air resistance
c. for purposes of economy
d. to allow any waste to drain into the drain pipe

92.
It is a kind of valve which its mechanism for the
automatic release of a substance from a boiler, pressure
vessel or other system when the pressure or
temperature
exceeds preset limits.
a. safety valve
b. foot valve
c. angle valve
d. plug valve
92.
It is a kind of valve which its mechanism for the
automatic release of a substance from a boiler, pressure
vessel or other system when the pressure or
temperature
exceeds preset limits.
a. safety valve
b. foot valve
c. angle valve
d. plug valve
93.
1. A vent used in a battery of plumbing fixtures where
the vent is installed in front of the last fixture of the
battery.
A. yoke vent
B. circuit vent
C. stack vent
D. relief vent
93.
1. A vent used in a battery of plumbing fixtures where
the vent is installed in front of the last fixture of the
battery.
A. yoke vent
B. circuit vent
C. stack vent
D. relief vent
94.
Manually operated valve with its outlet opening
oriented at right angles to its inlet opening.
a. angle valve
b. foot valve
c. safety valve
d. gate valve
94.
Manually operated valve with its outlet opening
oriented at right angles to its inlet opening.
a. angle valve
b. foot valve
c. safety valve
d. gate valve
95.
A type of check valve and placed at the pumps wet well.
a. foot valve
b. angle valve
c. safety valve
d. gate valve
95.
A type of check valve and placed at the pumps wet well.
a. foot valve
b. angle valve
c. safety valve
d. gate valve
96.
It is an alloy of cast iron & silicon and installed in
chemical laboratories.
a. ductile cast iron
b. acid resistant cast iron pipe
c. centrifugal cast iron pipe
d. hub and spigot pipe
96.
It is an alloy of cast iron & silicon and installed in
chemical laboratories.
a. ductile cast iron
b. acid resistant cast iron pipe
c. centrifugal cast iron pipe
d. hub and spigot pipe
97.
It is the cheapest and light weight among the sewer
pipes. It is recommended for house sewer and septic
tank.
a. bituminous fiber sewer pipe
b. vitrified clay pipe
c. cast iron pipe
d. series 600 PVC
d. series 600 PVC
97.
It is the cheapest and light weight among the sewer
pipes. It is recommended for house sewer and septic
tank.
a. bituminous fiber sewer pipe
b. vitrified clay pipe
c. cast iron pipe
d. series 600 PVC
d. series 600 PVC
98.
It is an alloy of cast iron & silicon and installed in
chemical laboratories.
a. ductile cast iron
b. acid resistant cast iron pipe
c. centrifugal cast iron pipe
d. hub and spigot pipe
98.
It is an alloy of cast iron & silicon and installed in
chemical laboratories.
a. ductile cast iron
b. acid resistant cast iron pipe
c. centrifugal cast iron pipe
d. hub and spigot pipe
99.
It is the portion of the roadway section adjacent to the
curb which utilized to convey stormwater runoff.
a. gutter
b. inlet
c. culvert
d. catch basin
99.
It is the portion of the roadway section adjacent to the
curb which utilized to convey stormwater runoff.
a. gutter
b. inlet
c. culvert
d. catch basin
100.
Closed conduit whose purpose is to convey surface
water under a roadway, railroad or other impediment.
a. culvert
b. drop inlet
c. gutter
d. catch basin
100.
Closed conduit whose purpose is to convey surface
water under a roadway, railroad or other impediment.
a. culvert
b. drop inlet
c. gutter
d. catch basin
PLUMBING BANK 4

1.Women’s urinal fixture?


A. Bidet
B.washdown
C.flatback
D.feminine stall urinal
1.Women’s urinal fixture?
A. Bidet
B.washdown
C.flatback
D.feminine stall urinal
2.Which wall is best suited if soil pipe will run through
it?
A.drywall
B. 6" CHB
C.shear wall
D.retaining wall
2.Which wall is best suited if soil pipe will run through
it?
A.drywall
B. 6" CHB
C.shear wall
D.retaining wall
3.
What is the color coding of pipes for potable water?
A.cyan
B.green
C. blue
D.light blue
3.
What is the color coding of pipes for potable water?
A.cyan
B.green
C. blue
D.light blue
4.
What is the standard water consumption (gallon/
person/day) used in a 2 story residence?
A. 30-40
B.40-60
C.50-80
D.90-120
4.
What is the standard water consumption (gallon/
person/day) used in a 2 story residence?
A. 30-40
B.40-60
C.50-80
D.90-120
5.
What is installed in a fixture to alleviate the effects of
too much water pressure?
A. water pressure regulator
B.back splash
C.water filtration
D.regulator cup
5.
What is installed in a fixture to alleviate the effects of
too much water pressure?
A. water pressure regulator
B.back splash
C.water filtration
D.regulator cup
6.
What can be discharge directly to sewer system?
A. building sewer
B.oil and grease
C.storm water
D.grey water
6.
What can be discharge directly to sewer system?
A. building sewer
B.oil and grease
C.storm water
D.grey water
7.
Prevents water hammer?
A.water meter seal
B.float valve
C.check valve
D. air chamber
7.
Prevents water hammer?
A.water meter seal
B.float valve
C.check valve
D. air chamber
8.
The minimum size of trap and waste branch for a bidet?
A.3 diameter
B.1- 1/2 diameter
C. 2 diameter
D.1 diameter
8.
The minimum size of trap and waste branch for a bidet?
A.3 diameter
B.1- 1/2 diameter
C. 2 diameter
D.1 diameter
9.
Alternative to the conventional septic tank?
A. aerobic treatment system
B.cistern
C.STP
D.landfill
9.
Alternative to the conventional septic tank?
A. aerobic treatment system
B.cistern
C.STP
D.landfill
10.
A faucet fitted with nozzle curving downward used as a
draw-of trap?
A.firehouse
B.bibcock
C. lavatory faucet
D.garden hose
10.
A faucet fitted with nozzle curving downward used as a
draw-of trap?
A.firehouse
B.bibcock
C. lavatory faucet
D.garden hose
11.
When water goes up through a vertical pipe, it stops at a
certain height. Why?
A.
gravity and friction overcomes the pressure and the
water slowly stops
B. the pressure inside the pipe equates to the pressure
outside the pipe causing the water to stop at that point
where it appears
C.it's own gravity weight counters its speed of going up
D.all things stops
11.
When water goes up through a vertical pipe, it stops at a
certain height. Why?
A.
gravity and friction overcomes the pressure and the
water slowly stops
B. the pressure inside the pipe equates to the pressure
outside the pipe causing the water to stop at that point
where it appears
C.it's own gravity weight counters its speed of going up
D.all things stops
12.
The minimum size of a swimming pool drain?
A.3”dia.
B.4”dia
C. 2”dia
D.6”dia
12.
The minimum size of a swimming pool drain?
A.3”dia.
B.4”dia
C. 2”dia
D.6”dia
13.
The minimum sized of a trap and waste branch for a size
of foot bath?
A.1 1/4 diameter
B. 2 diameter
C.1 1/2 diameter
D.1 diameter
13.
The minimum sized of a trap and waste branch for a size
of foot bath?
A.1 1/4 diameter
B. 2 diameter
C.1 1/2 diameter
D.1 diameter
14.
Allowable slope of sanitary sewer?
A.1ft of 1 meter
B.1/2 in of 1 meter
C.1/4 of 1meter
D. 1/4 of 1 ft
14.
Allowable slope of sanitary sewer?
A.1ft of 1 meter
B.1/2 in of 1 meter
C.1/4 of 1meter
D. 1/4 of 1 ft
15.
An elbow having lugs for attachment to wall or joist?
A.X12.1
B.X11.5
C.X11.4
D. X11.2
15.
An elbow having lugs for attachment to wall or joist?
A.X12.1
B.X11.5
C.X11.4
D. X11.2
16..
Base on the figure shown, identify the type of closet at
letter "A"?
A.siphon-vortex
B. siphon-jet
C.wash-down
D.reverse-trap
16..
Base on the figure shown, identify the type of closet at
letter "A"?
A.siphon-vortex
B. siphon-jet
C.wash-down
D.reverse-trap
17.
What is used to shut off flow of water during
maintenance?
A.check valve
B.angle valve
C. gate valve
D.globe valve
17.
What is used to shut off flow of water during
maintenance?
A.check valve
B.angle valve
C. gate valve
D.globe valve
18.
The minimum size of a trap and waste branch for a
shower stall?
A. 2 diameter
B.3 diameter
C.1 1/2 diameter
D.1 diameter
18.
The minimum size of a trap and waste branch for a
shower stall?
A. 2 diameter
B.3 diameter
C.1 1/2 diameter
D.1 diameter
19.
The part of a vent line which connects directly with an
individual trap underneath or behind the fixture and
extends to the branch or man pipe at any point higher
than the fixture trap?
A.Blow-pipe
B.VTR
C. Back vent pipe
D.Soil pipe
19.
The part of a vent line which connects directly with an
individual trap underneath or behind the fixture and
extends to the branch or man pipe at any point higher
than the fixture trap?
A.Blow-pipe
B.VTR
C. Back vent pipe
D.Soil pipe
20.
How do you connect PPRC?
A.mechanical fastener
B.Solvent
C. fusion welding
D.coupling
20.
How do you connect PPRC?
A.mechanical fastener
B.Solvent
C. fusion welding
D.coupling
21.
A toilet bowl in which the flushing water enters through
the rim and sipping action ignited by a water jet draws
the contents of the bowl through the tramway?
A. siphon jet
B.siphon vortex
C.reverse trap
D.reverse trap
21.
A toilet bowl in which the flushing water enters through
the rim and sipping action ignited by a water jet draws
the contents of the bowl through the tramway?
A. siphon jet
B.siphon vortex
C.reverse trap
D.reverse trap
22.
Which plumbing fixture does not have a water-saving
feature?
A.lavatory with pop-up
B.1.5 gallon flush water closet
C. flow limiting feature
D.waterless urinal
22.
Which plumbing fixture does not have a water-saving
feature?
A.lavatory with pop-up
B.1.5 gallon flush water closet
C. flow limiting feature
D.waterless urinal
23.
What should not be permitted to cross a beam?
A. soil pipe
B.electrical wiring
C.water pipe
D.AC ducts
23.
What should not be permitted to cross a beam?
A. soil pipe
B.electrical wiring
C.water pipe
D.AC ducts
24.
What is the typical slope of a waste pipe?
A.1%
B. 2%
C.3%
D.4%
24.
What is the typical slope of a waste pipe?
A.1%
B. 2%
C.3%
D.4%
25.
One of the first steps in the selection of a suitable water
supply source is?
A. water (potability)
B.topography
C.budgetary cost
D.water (demand)
25.
One of the first steps in the selection of a suitable water
supply source is?
A. water (potability)
B.topography
C.budgetary cost
D.water (demand)
26.
Can you embed a 4" diameter pipe in a 150 wall?
A.no
B. yes
26.
Can you embed a 4" diameter pipe in a 150 wall?
A.no
B. yes
27.
According to NBC, pipe support should be every,
A. 3 m
B.1.5 m
C.2 m
D.4 m
27.
According to NBC, pipe support should be every,
A. 3 m
B.1.5 m
C.2 m
D.4 m
28.In high rise buildings, why is there a need to resize
water supply pipes?
A.because different fixtures have different supply
attachments
B. to use up the difference in pressure from the service
to the supply fixtures
C.pipes are like trees, main branch are bigger and
becomes smaller at ends for carrying wind loads and
storms
D.Pipes having bigger size have bigger pressure and
reduce the size for distribution to fixture for lower
pressure
28.In high rise buildings, why is there a need to resize
water supply pipes?
A.because different fixtures have different supply
attachments
B. to use up the difference in pressure from the service
to the supply fixtures
C.pipes are like trees, main branch are bigger and
becomes smaller at ends for carrying wind loads and
storms
D.Pipes having bigger size have bigger pressure and
reduce the size for distribution to fixture for lower
pressure
29.
A pipe fitting having a large radius of curvature?
A.X11.1
B.X11.2
C. X11.3
D.X11.5
29.
A pipe fitting having a large radius of curvature?
A.X11.1
B.X11.2
C. X11.3
D.X11.5
30.
Valve permitting a gas or liquid to flow in one direction?
A. check valve
B.globe valve
C.angle valve
D.gate valve
30.
Valve permitting a gas or liquid to flow in one direction?
A. check valve
B.globe valve
C.angle valve
D.gate valve
31.
What is the minimum trap seal?
A.1.5"
B. 2"
C.2.5"
D.3"
31.
What is the minimum trap seal?
A.1.5"
B. 2"
C.2.5"
D.3"
32.
What is the color of pipes for steam?
A.light blue
B.gray
C.blue
D. white
32.
What is the color of pipes for steam?
A.light blue
B.gray
C.blue
D. white
33.
A sewage treatment that includes the exposure to air?
A. aerator
B.air-dehumidification treatment system
C.exposed STP system
D.SW treatment system
33.
A sewage treatment that includes the exposure to air?
A. aerator
B.air-dehumidification treatment system
C.exposed STP system
D.SW treatment system
34.
In the given figure, identify the plumbing fixture in label
"8"?
A.2" 1/4 bend
B.2" trap assembly
C.2" 1/4 bend
D. 4" closet bend
34.
In the given figure, identify the plumbing fixture in label
"8"?
A.2" 1/4 bend
B.2" trap assembly
C.2" 1/4 bend
D. 4" closet bend
35.
Fluoride as an addictive in water supply is a chemical
for?
A.purify
B.coagulant
C.disinfectant
D. dental
35.
Fluoride as an addictive in water supply is a chemical
for?
A.purify
B.coagulant
C.disinfectant
D. dental
36.
Where should you place soil-pipes for high-rise
structures?
A. pipe chase
B.partitions
C.RC wall
D.column
36.
Where should you place soil-pipes for high-rise
structures?
A. pipe chase
B.partitions
C.RC wall
D.column
37.
Should not be used for a pipe chase?
A.chb
B. drywall
C.shearwall
D.double wall
37.
Should not be used for a pipe chase?
A.chb
B. drywall
C.shearwall
D.double wall
38.
A pipe which conveys only liquid waste, free of fecal
matter?
A.wet vent
B. waste pipe
C.vent pipe
D.soil pipe
38.
A pipe which conveys only liquid waste, free of fecal
matter?
A.wet vent
B. waste pipe
C.vent pipe
D.soil pipe
39.
Base on the figure above, which of the following is a 1/4
bend fitting?
A. a
B.d
C.c
D.B
39.
Base on the figure above, which of the following is a 1/4
bend fitting?
A. a
B.d
C.c
D.B
40.
Where are storm sewer usually placed?
A.under the sidewalk on narrow road and under the
road on wide road
B. near the curb
C.at the center of the road
D.none
40.
Where are storm sewer usually placed?
A.under the sidewalk on narrow road and under the
road on wide road
B. near the curb
C.at the center of the road
D.none
41.
Which is not a rule of a thumb when designing a
drainage?
A.as much as possible, pipes must run in a straight line
B.underground drainage line should be on top of
compacted soil
C. it should be underneath the driveway
D.none
41.
Which is not a rule of a thumb when designing a
drainage?
A.as much as possible, pipes must run in a straight line
B.underground drainage line should be on top of
compacted soil
C. it should be underneath the driveway
D.none
42.
Best location to put the soil pipes?
A.drywall
B.150mm CHB wall
C. pipe chase
D.box-up with the column
42.
Best location to put the soil pipes?
A.drywall
B.150mm CHB wall
C. pipe chase
D.box-up with the column
43.
This material is used in threaded pipe connections to
prevent leakage.
A.polymer
B.elastomeric gasket
C. teflon
D.structural polyester thread
43.
This material is used in threaded pipe connections to
prevent leakage.
A.polymer
B.elastomeric gasket
C. teflon
D.structural polyester thread
44.
Opening use to received pipes?
A.vertical shaft
B. pipe chase
C.ducts
D.raceway
44.
Opening use to received pipes?
A.vertical shaft
B. pipe chase
C.ducts
D.raceway
45.
The minimum number of water closet unit required for
the female population of an elementary school?
A.1 per 75
B. 1 per 25
C.1 per 50
D.1 per 30
45.
The minimum number of water closet unit required for
the female population of an elementary school?
A.1 per 75
B. 1 per 25
C.1 per 50
D.1 per 30
46.
Copper pipes are classified as what main pipe?
A.galvanized iron
B. ceramic
C.s/s
D.PVC
46.
Copper pipes are classified as what main pipe?
A.galvanized iron
B. ceramic
C.s/s
D.PVC
47.
Best for sanitary pipes?
A. uPVC
B.PeX
C.PP
D.GI
47.
Best for sanitary pipes?
A. uPVC
B.PeX
C.PP
D.GI
48.
A drain connecting one or more fixtures to a solid or
waste stack?
A. combined drain
B.floor drain
C.circuit drain
D.branch drain
48.
A drain connecting one or more fixtures to a solid or
waste stack?
A. combined drain
B.floor drain
C.circuit drain
D.branch drain
49.
Minimum height of Siamese connection from ground
line?
A. 38mm
B.45mm
C.500mm
D.600mm
49.
Minimum height of Siamese connection from ground
line?
A. 38mm
B.45mm
C.500mm
D.600mm
50.
Base on the figure shown, Which of the WC is the
noisiest?
A.A
B.B
C. C
D.D
50.
Base on the figure shown, Which of the WC is the
noisiest?
A.A
B.B
C. C
D.D
51.
Level 3 types of water service refers to?
A.artesian well
B.individual shallow well hand up installation
C.public faucet
D. individual house pipes- in connection with meter
51.
Level 3 types of water service refers to?
A.artesian well
B.individual shallow well hand up installation
C.public faucet
D. individual house pipes- in connection with meter
52.
A pipe fitting to change in one single direction (course)
the flow of water:
A.tee
B.cross tee
C.wye
D. elbow
52.
A pipe fitting to change in one single direction (course)
the flow of water:
A.tee
B.cross tee
C.wye
D. elbow
53.
In the figure above, which is a reducing socket?
A.A
B. B
C.C
D.D
53.
In the figure above, which is a reducing socket?
A.A
B. B
C.C
D.D
54.
An individual vent for a plumbing fixture located at the
downstream of a trap?
A.vent pipe
B. back vent
C.branch vent
D.vent through roof
54.
An individual vent for a plumbing fixture located at the
downstream of a trap?
A.vent pipe
B. back vent
C.branch vent
D.vent through roof
55.
Best size of pipe connected to 5 sinks?
A.3"
B.2 1/2"
C.2" D. 4"
55.
Best size of pipe connected to 5 sinks?
A.3"
B.2 1/2"
C.2" D. 4"
56.
Black steel pipe with galvanized malleable fitting is ideal
for?
A.oxygen pipe
B.electrical conduit
C. gas pipe
D.water Pipe
56.
Black steel pipe with galvanized malleable fitting is ideal
for?
A.oxygen pipe
B.electrical conduit
C. gas pipe
D.water Pipe
57.
In storm drainage system, it is used to prevent
aggregates, debris and other unwanted objects from
entering the drainage system?
A.trap
B. catch basin
C.FD
D.storm trap
57.
In storm drainage system, it is used to prevent
aggregates, debris and other unwanted objects from
entering the drainage system?
A.trap
B. catch basin
C.FD
D.storm trap
58.
What is the maximum depth of septic tank?
A.1.10 m
B.1.20 m
C.1.50 m
D. 1.80 m
58.
What is the maximum depth of septic tank?
A.1.10 m
B.1.20 m
C.1.50 m
D. 1.80 m
59.
What type of materials is used for the base of a septic
tank?
A.earth base
B.mass concrete
C.lean concrete
D. reinforced concrete
59.
What type of materials is used for the base of a septic
tank?
A.earth base
B.mass concrete
C.lean concrete
D. reinforced concrete
60.
What pipe should not be buried underground?
A.BI pipe
B.Polyethylene pipe
C. GI pipe
D.none
60.
What pipe should not be buried underground?
A.BI pipe
B.Polyethylene pipe
C. GI pipe
D.none
61.
What do you call a water-tight receptacle used to store
household waste?
A.pit
B. septic vault
C.stp
D.house drain
61.
What do you call a water-tight receptacle used to store
household waste?
A.pit
B. septic vault
C.stp
D.house drain
62.
What is the best fixture for a public comfort room?
A.gate valve
B. flushometer
C.faucet
D.none
62.
What is the best fixture for a public comfort room?
A.gate valve
B. flushometer
C.faucet
D.none
63.
A tee having a slight curve in 90degree bend transition
to channel the flow from a branch pipe in the direction
of the main?
A.X11.1
B.X11.9
C. X11.6
D.X11.7
63.
A tee having a slight curve in 90degree bend transition
to channel the flow from a branch pipe in the direction
of the main?
A.X11.1
B.X11.9
C. X11.6
D.X11.7
64.
Types of permissible trap, except?
A.Stand trap
B.High hub type
C.Low hub type
D. 3/4 S traps
64.
Types of permissible trap, except?
A.Stand trap
B.High hub type
C.Low hub type
D. 3/4 S traps
65.
What is used in water pipelines to absorb the shock
caused by water hammering?
A.shock regulator
B. Shock arrester
C.water regulator
D.shock absorber system
65.
What is used in water pipelines to absorb the shock
caused by water hammering?
A.shock regulator
B. Shock arrester
C.water regulator
D.shock absorber system
66.
The minimum number of a urinal fixture required for the
male population of both elementary and secondary
school?
A.1 per 40
B.1 per 50
C.1 per 60
D. 1 per 35
66.
The minimum number of a urinal fixture required for the
male population of both elementary and secondary
school?
A.1 per 40
B.1 per 50
C.1 per 60
D. 1 per 35
67.
What is use for water treatment in a swimming pool?
A. chloride
B.sodium
C.cyanide
D.hydrochlor
67.
What is use for water treatment in a swimming pool?
A. chloride
B.sodium
C.cyanide
D.hydrochlor
68.
In a location where there is no provision for drainage
line, what is the next best thing?
A. store waste in the tank and dispose in sanitary fill
B.use drain tiles connected to open field
C.connect to the nearest creek
D.any of the above
68.
In a location where there is no provision for drainage
line, what is the next best thing?
A. store waste in the tank and dispose in sanitary fill
B.use drain tiles connected to open field
C.connect to the nearest creek
D.any of the above
69.
A pipe fitting to join two straight lengths of pipes?
A. coupling
B.nipple
C.tee
D.elbow
69.
A pipe fitting to join two straight lengths of pipes?
A. coupling
B.nipple
C.tee
D.elbow
70.
Minimum size of trap of shower drain?
A.3
B.4
C. 2
D.1 1/2
70.
Minimum size of trap of shower drain?
A.3
B.4
C. 2
D.1 1/2
71.
What is the principle of governing the size of pipes in
designing plumbing systems?
A.the longer the pipes length to the fixture, the lesser the
pressure; the shorter the pipes length, the greater the pressure is
B. the bigger the pipes diameter, the lesser the pressure; the
smaller the pipes diameter , the greater the pressure is
C.the smaller the pipes diameter the lesser the pressure; the
bigger the pipes diameter, the greater the pressure
D.slopes is the primary consideration and sizes will be considered
secondary
What is the principle of governing the size of pipes in
designing plumbing systems?
A.the longer the pipes length to the fixture, the lesser the
pressure; the shorter the pipes length, the greater the pressure is
B. the bigger the pipes diameter, the lesser the pressure; the
smaller the pipes diameter , the greater the pressure is
C.the smaller the pipes diameter the lesser the pressure; the
bigger the pipes diameter, the greater the pressure
D.slopes is the primary consideration and sizes will be considered
secondary
72.
When there is a low pressure from the water main, what
will you use to supply higher levels?
A.pneumatic pump
B.sump pump
C.jet pump
D. booster pump
72.
When there is a low pressure from the water main, what
will you use to supply higher levels?
A.pneumatic pump
B.sump pump
C.jet pump
D. booster pump
73.
What type of pipe is not recommended for water line?
A.copper
B. lead
C.GI
D.iron
73.
What type of pipe is not recommended for water line?
A.copper
B. lead
C.GI
D.iron
74.
The prescribe color coding of piping under refrigerating
division of all pipes and fittings?
A.white
B.yellow
C.gray
D. black
74.
The prescribe color coding of piping under refrigerating
division of all pipes and fittings?
A.white
B.yellow
C.gray
D. black
75.
The quality of Galvanized Iron pipes are rated by?
A.class
B. schedule
C.thickness
D.gauge
75.
The quality of Galvanized Iron pipes are rated by?
A.class
B. schedule
C.thickness
D.gauge
76.
Standard Water pressure from NAWASA?
A. 60psi
B.120psi
C.30 psi
D.40 psi
76.
Standard Water pressure from NAWASA?
A. 60psi
B.120psi
C.30 psi
D.40 psi
77.
The minimum sized of a trap and waste branch for a
pedestal urinal?
A.2” diameter
B.2 1/2" diameter
C. 3” diameter
D.4” diameter
77.
The minimum sized of a trap and waste branch for a
pedestal urinal?
A.2” diameter
B.2 1/2" diameter
C. 3” diameter
D.4” diameter
78.
The legality of Revised Plumbing Code of the Philippines
last 1999 was based on what Section of RA 1378?
A.Sec. 2
B.Sec. 3
C. Sec. 4
D.None of the Above
78.
The legality of Revised Plumbing Code of the Philippines
last 1999 was based on what Section of RA 1378?
A.Sec. 2
B.Sec. 3
C. Sec. 4
D.None of the Above
79.
Basic Principles listed in RNPCP 1999 was based on what
section of RA 1378?
A.Sec. 2
B.Sec. 3
C.Sec. 4
D. Sec. 5
79.
Basic Principles listed in RNPCP 1999 was based on what
section of RA 1378?
A.Sec. 2
B.Sec. 3
C.Sec. 4
D. Sec. 5
80.
Is the use of Air Admittance Valve as an alternative of
Vent Pipes a violation of Principle No. 12 on our RNPCP
1999?
A.May be
B.No.
C.Yes
D. Need Approval of Administrative Authority
80.
Is the use of Air Admittance Valve as an alternative of
Vent Pipes a violation of Principle No. 12 on our RNPCP
1999?
A.May be
B.No.
C.Yes
D. Need Approval of Administrative Authority
81.
When was the Board of Master Plumber Resolution No.
04 Series of 1999 that covered the Adoption and
Promulgation of RNPCP approved?
A.September 30, 1998
B.September 29, 1999
C. September 30, 1999
D.September 29, 1998
81.
When was the Board of Master Plumber Resolution No.
04 Series of 1999 that covered the Adoption and
Promulgation of RNPCP approved?
A.September 30, 1998
B.September 29, 1999
C. September 30, 1999
D.September 29, 1998
82.
Which of the following types of work requires plumbing
permit?
A. The replacement of an electric water heater.
B.The repair of a pipe that froze and split.
C.The replacement of a faucet stem.
D.The replacement of a faulty gate valve.
82.
Which of the following types of work requires plumbing
permit?
A. The replacement of an electric water heater.
B.The repair of a pipe that froze and split.
C.The replacement of a faucet stem.
D.The replacement of a faulty gate valve.
83.
What is DAO No. 34 Series of 1990 all about?
A.Revised Effluent Regulation of 1990
B. Revised Water Usage/Classification Water Quality
Criteria
C.Phil. National Standard for Effluent Discharge 2007
D.Phil. National Standard for Drinking Water 2007
83.
What is DAO No. 34 Series of 1990 all about?
A.Revised Effluent Regulation of 1990
B. Revised Water Usage/Classification Water Quality
Criteria
C.Phil. National Standard for Effluent Discharge 2007
D.Phil. National Standard for Drinking Water 2007
84.
What is DAO No. 35 Series of 1990 all about?
A. Revised Effluent Regulation of 1990
B.Revised Water Usage/Classification Water Quality
Criteria
C.Phil. National Standard for Effluent Discharge 2007
D.Phil. National Standard for Drinking Water 2007
84.
What is DAO No. 35 Series of 1990 all about?
A. Revised Effluent Regulation of 1990
B.Revised Water Usage/Classification Water Quality
Criteria
C.Phil. National Standard for Effluent Discharge 2007
D.Phil. National Standard for Drinking Water 2007
85.
What is DOH Administrative Order No. 2007-0012 all
about?
A.Revised Effluent Regulation of 1990
B.Revised Water Usage/Classification Water Quality
Criteria
C.Phil. National Standard for Effluent Discharge 2007
D. Phil. National Standard for Drinking Water 2007
85.
What is DOH Administrative Order No. 2007-0012 all
about?
A.Revised Effluent Regulation of 1990
B.Revised Water Usage/Classification Water Quality
Criteria
C.Phil. National Standard for Effluent Discharge 2007
D. Phil. National Standard for Drinking Water 2007
86.
According to Accessibility Law, accessible toilet
compartments shall have the following a minimum area
of ____?
A.1.6 m x 1.8 m
B.1.5 m x 1.8 m
C.1.8 m x 1.8 m
D. 1.7 m x 1.8 m
86.
According to Accessibility Law, accessible toilet
compartments shall have the following a minimum area
of ____?
A.1.6 m x 1.8 m
B.1.5 m x 1.8 m
C.1.8 m x 1.8 m
D. 1.7 m x 1.8 m
87.According to Accessibility Law, a minimum of one
accessible to persons with disabilities water closet in
every floor for every _____ regular water closet.
A. 20
B.25
C.15
D.10
87.According to Accessibility Law, a minimum of one
accessible to persons with disabilities water closet in
every floor for every _____ regular water closet.
A. 20
B.25
C.15
D.10
88.
According to Accessibility Law, a turning space of ____
sqm. with a minimum dimension of ____ mm for
wheelchair users shall be provided outside water closet
cubicles.
A.2.15 & 1500
B.2.25 & 1800
C. 2.25 & 1500
D.2.30 & 1800
88.
According to Accessibility Law, a turning space of ____
sqm. with a minimum dimension of ____ mm for
wheelchair users shall be provided outside water closet
cubicles.
A.2.15 & 1500
B.2.25 & 1800
C. 2.25 & 1500
D.2.30 & 1800
89.
According to Accessibility Law, the maximum height of
toilet seat for persons with
disabilities is ____?
A. 450 mm
B.500 mm
C.400 mm
D.425 mm
89.
According to Accessibility Law, the maximum height of
toilet seat for persons with
disabilities is ____?
A. 450 mm
B.500 mm
C.400 mm
D.425 mm
90.
According to Accessibility Law, the maximum height of
lavatory for persons with disabilities is ____?
A.700 mm
B. 800 mm
C.750 mm
D.600 mm
90.
According to Accessibility Law, the maximum height of
lavatory for persons with disabilities is ____?
A.700 mm
B. 800 mm
C.750 mm
D.600 mm
91.
According to Accessibility Law, urinals shall be of the
wall hung and should have an elongated lip; the
maximum height of the lip should ___ from the toilet
floor.
A.400 mm
B.700 mm
C. 480 mm
D.600 mm
91.
According to Accessibility Law, urinals shall be of the
wall hung and should have an elongated lip; the
maximum height of the lip should ___ from the toilet
floor.
A.400 mm
B.700 mm
C. 480 mm
D.600 mm
92.
According to Accessibility Law, urinals shall be of the
wall hung and should have an elongated lip; the
minimum height of the lip should ___ from the toilet
floor.
A. 400 mm
B.700 mm
C.480 mm
D.600 mm
92.
According to Accessibility Law, urinals shall be of the
wall hung and should have an elongated lip; the
minimum height of the lip should ___ from the toilet
floor.
A. 400 mm
B.700 mm
C.480 mm
D.600 mm
94.
In accordance with National Building Code, how much
be the plumbing fee for plumbing installation of a water
closet in excess of one plumbing unit?
A.Php 2.00
B.Php 9.00
C.Php 8.00
D. Php 7.00
94.
In accordance with National Building Code, how much
be the plumbing fee for plumbing installation of a water
closet in excess of one plumbing unit?
A.Php 2.00
B.Php 9.00
C.Php 8.00
D. Php 7.00
95.
In accordance with National Building Code, how much
be the plumbing fee for plumbing installation of a
Shower head in excess of one plumbing unit?
A. Php 2.00
B.Php 9.00
C.Php 8.00
D.Php 7.00
95.
In accordance with National Building Code, how much
be the plumbing fee for plumbing installation of a
Shower head in excess of one plumbing unit?
A. Php 2.00
B.Php 9.00
C.Php 8.00
D.Php 7.00
96.
In accordance with National Building Code, how much
be the plumbing fee for plumbing installation of a dental
cuspidor?
A.Php 10.00
B.Php 9.00
C.Php 8.00
D. Php 4.00
96.
In accordance with National Building Code, how much
be the plumbing fee for plumbing installation of a dental
cuspidor?
A.Php 10.00
B.Php 9.00
C.Php 8.00
D. Php 4.00
97.
According to Accessibility Law, the shower compartment
dimensions shall be?
A. 1500 mm x 1500 mm
B.1200 mm x 1200 mm
C.1500 mm x 1200 mm
D.None of the above
97.
According to Accessibility Law, the shower compartment
dimensions shall be?
A. 1500 mm x 1500 mm
B.1200 mm x 1200 mm
C.1500 mm x 1200 mm
D.None of the above
98.
According to Accessibility Law, the height of bath tub
rim from finished floor line shall be?
A. 500 mm
B.450 mm
C.400 mm
D.300 mm
98.
According to Accessibility Law, the height of bath tub
rim from finished floor line shall be?
A. 500 mm
B.450 mm
C.400 mm
D.300 mm
99.
According to Accessibility Law, the distance between
centers of urinal to the wall for person with disability
shall be?
A.450 mm
B. 460 mm
C.400 mm
D.300 mm
99.
According to Accessibility Law, the distance between
centers of urinal to the wall for person with disability
shall be?
A.450 mm
B. 460 mm
C.400 mm
D.300 mm
100.
Accessibility Law of the Philippines is ____?
A.BP 200
B. BP 344
C.BP 433
D.BP 220
100.
Accessibility Law of the Philippines is ____?
A.BP 200
B. BP 344
C.BP 433
D.BP 220
PLUMBING BANK 6
1. The quantity of sewage flow from a single-family
dwelling per person is _____ gpd.
o 150
o 75
o 100
o 50
1. The quantity of sewage flow from a single-family
dwelling per person is _____ gpd.
o 150
o 75
o 100
o 50
2. The minimum distance between a cesspool and a
water supply line, as noted in Table 7, is?
o 20 ft
o 100 ft
o 15 ft
o Not recommended as a substitute for a septic tank
2. The minimum distance between a cesspool and a
water supply line, as noted in Table 7, is?
o 20 ft
o 100 ft
o 15 ft
o Not recommended as a substitute for a septic tank
3. Who originally proposed using drainage fixture units
to represent a fixture’s load-producing effect on the
plumbing system?
o F. M. Dawson
o Roy B. Hunter
o H.Manning
3. Who originally proposed using drainage fixture units
to represent a fixture’s load-producing effect on the
plumbing system?
o F. M. Dawson
o Roy B. Hunter
o H.Manning
o F. Muños
4. What approximate percentage of new home
construction employs a septic tank/soil absorption
sewage disposal system?
o 25%
o 30%
o 20%
o 15%
4. What approximate percentage of new home
construction employs a septic tank/soil absorption
sewage disposal system?
o 25%
o 30%
o 20%
o 15%
5. The recommended septic tank capacity for a five-
bedroom home is ___?
o 1,250
o 1000
o 750
o 900
5. The recommended septic tank capacity for a five-
bedroom home is ___?
o 1,250
o 1000
o 750
o 900
6. The first step in the design of a subsurface soil
absorption sewage disposal system is?
o Determine whether the soil is suitable for the absorption of the
septic effluent
o Calculate the fixture unit load to be served
o Determine the area required for the disposal field
o As certain the code requirements
6. The first step in the design of a subsurface soil
absorption sewage disposal system is?
o Determine whether the soil is suitable for the absorption of the
septic effluent
o Calculate the fixture unit load to be served
o Determine the area required for the disposal field
o As certain the code requirements
7. If a small amount of pipe exists between the threads
of a pipe it is called a short nipple. Its other name is?
o Shoulder
o Coupling
o Pipette
o Close nipple
7. If a small amount of pipe exists between the threads
of a pipe it is called a short nipple. Its other name is?
o Shoulder
o Coupling
o Pipette
o Close nipple
8. Sewage pit connecting piping _____.
o Should be laid at a minimum grade of 2 percent
o Must be 6 inches in diameter minimum
o Must be a least 5 ft deep
o None of these
8. Sewage pit connecting piping _____.
o Should be laid at a minimum grade of 2 percent
o Must be 6 inches in diameter minimum
o Must be a least 5 ft deep
o None of these
9. A covered pit with an open-jointed or perforated
lining into which raw sewage is discharge is called
a_____.
o Seepage pit
o Septic tank
o Cesspool
o None of these
9. A covered pit with an open-jointed or perforated
lining into which raw sewage is discharge is called
a_____.
o Seepage pit
o Septic tank
o Cesspool
o None of these
10. Distribution boxes ______.
o Should be used only when specifically required by
code
o Offer practically no advantages
o Are required by many codes
o All of these
10. Distribution boxes ______.
o Should be used only when specifically required by
code
o Offer practically no advantages
o Are required by many codes
o All of these
11. A wye fitting has a catalog designation of 4 x 3 x 1
tee. What does the second number 3, indicate?
o Size of the branch
o Number of threads
o Upstream size of main
o Downstream size of main
11. A wye fitting has a catalog designation of 4 x 3 x 1
tee. What does the second number 3, indicate?
o Size of the branch
o Number of threads
o Upstream size of main
o Downstream size of main
12. Which common formula for calculating flow in pipes
is meant for open-channel flow?
o Chezy
o Hazen and William
o Manning
o Warcy-Weisbach
12. Which common formula for calculating flow in pipes
is meant for open-channel flow?
o Chezy
o Hazen and William
o Manning
o Warcy-Weisbach
13. What is the maximum length of a pipe having
threads on both ends such that it can be called a nipple?
o 12 inches
o 8 inches
o 15 inches
o 10 inches
13. What is the maximum length of a pipe having
threads on both ends such that it can be called a nipple?
o 12 inches
o 8 inches
o 15 inches
o 10 inches
14. The generally accepted pressure in a sanitary
drainage system is ______.
o + / - 1 inch of water column
o + / - 0.1 inch of water column
o + / - 10 inch of water column
o + / - 100 inches of water column
14. The generally accepted pressure in a sanitary
drainage system is ______.
o + / - 1 inch of water column
o + / - 0.1 inch of water column
o + / - 10 inch of water column
o + / - 100 inches of water column
15. The drain lines for distributing the effluent from the
septic tank should be spaced no greater than ____ apart.
o 12 ft
o 6 ft
o 9 ft
o 3 ft
15. The drain lines for distributing the effluent from the
septic tank should be spaced no greater than ____ apart.
o 12 ft
o 6 ft
o 9 ft
o 3 ft
16. The retention period of sewage in a septic tank
should be _____.
o 12 hrs
o 6 hrs
o 24 hrs
o 36 hrs
16. The retention period of sewage in a septic tank
should be _____.
o 12 hrs
o 6 hrs
o 24 hrs
o 36 hrs
17. The primary purpose of a septic tank is to ______.
o Distribute raw sewage to the leaching field
o Vent doors to atmosphere
o Chemically treat raw sewage
o Act as settling tank
17. The primary purpose of a septic tank is to ______.
o Distribute raw sewage to the leaching field
o Vent doors to atmosphere
o Chemically treat raw sewage
o Act as settling tank
18. The absorption area to be provided for an individual
residence containing three bedrooms with a percolation
rate of three minutes is recommended to be ____.
o 400 sq.ft
o 300 sq.ft
o 200 sq.ft
o 100 sq.ft
18. The absorption area to be provided for an individual
residence containing three bedrooms with a percolation
rate of three minutes is recommended to be ____.
o 400 sq.ft
o 300 sq.ft
o 200 sq.ft
o 100 sq.ft
19. A vertical pipe that carries away clear water waste
from equipment and non-sanitary fixtures is called a
____.
o Water stack
o Sanitary stack
o Waste stack
o Soil stack
19. A vertical pipe that carries away clear water waste
from equipment and non-sanitary fixtures is called a
____.
o Water stack
o Sanitary stack
o Waste stack
o Soil stack
20. Centerlines are always used to indicate the center of
the object. At most, you will find these as lines sued to
show the center of a circular object. What is this line
made of?
o Successive short dashes
o Successive long dashes
o Alternating long and two short dashes
o Alternating long and short dashes
20. Centerlines are always used to indicate the center of
the object. At most, you will find these as lines sued to
show the center of a circular object. What is this line
made of?
o Successive short dashes
o Successive long dashes
o Alternating long and two short dashes
o Alternating long and short dashes
21. What drafting symbol can be used when a riser
diagram becomes too long to fit on a single page?
o A double bar
o A match line
o A direction arrow
o A footnote
21. What drafting symbol can be used when a riser
diagram becomes too long to fit on a single page?
o A double bar
o A match line
o A direction arrow
o A footnote
22. What pipe is represented on drawings with
alternating long and short dashes?
o Drain pipe
o Hot water pipe
o Vent pipe
o Cold water pipe
22. What pipe is represented on drawings with
alternating long and short dashes?
o Drain pipe
o Hot water pipe
o Vent pipe
o Cold water pipe
23. These lines are thin and dark and are constructed
with units of one long dash, followed by two short
dashes. These lines indicate the scope of movement of a
part has like showing the path a door will follow when
opened.
o Phantom lines
o Object lines
o Leader lines
o Extension lines
23. These lines are thin and dark and are constructed
with units of one long dash, followed by two short
dashes. These lines indicate the scope of movement of a
part has like showing the path a door will follow when
opened.
o Phantom lines
o Object lines
o Leader lines
o Extension lines
24. On what point of the pipe cross-section is the pipe’s
elevation always referred to?
o Bottom of the pipe
o Center of the pipe
o Invert
o Top of the pipe
24. On what point of the pipe cross-section is the pipe’s
elevation always referred to?
o Bottom of the pipe
o Center of the pipe
o Invert
o Top of the pipe
25. It is a letter/number designation assigned to each
type of fixture.
o Fixture label
o Fixture schedule
o Fixture ID
o Item number/letter
25. It is a letter/number designation assigned to each
type of fixture.
o Fixture label
o Fixture schedule
o Fixture ID
o Item number/letter
26. What pipe is represented by a line consisting of a
series of short dashes?
o Vent pipe
o Drain pipe
o Vacuum pipe
o Gas pipe
26. What pipe is represented by a line consisting of a
series of short dashes?
o Vent pipe
o Drain pipe
o Vacuum pipe
o Gas pipe
27. What pipe is indicated in the plumbing plan with a
solid line?
o Vacuum pipe
o Fire protection pipe
o Drain pipe
o Hot water recirculating pipe
27. What pipe is indicated in the plumbing plan with a
solid line?
o Vacuum pipe
o Fire protection pipe
o Drain pipe
o Hot water recirculating pipe
28. According to the IPC, above what temperature can
you consider as hot water?
o 212 ⁰F
o 120 ⁰F
o 60 ⁰C
o Above room temperature
28. According to the IPC, above what temperature can
you consider as hot water?
o 212 ⁰F
o 120 ⁰F
o 60 ⁰C
o Above room temperature
29. These are dark and thick lines that indicates an
object such as wall. These are the lines you will see
when used to indicate the foundation and walls in the
building as drawn in the plane.
o Outline
o Object line
o Building line
o Boundary line
29. These are dark and thick lines that indicates an
object such as wall. These are the lines you will see
when used to indicate the foundation and walls in the
building as drawn in the plane.
o Outline
o Object line
o Building line
o Boundary line
30. Where is the best place to begin drawing a sanitary
waste and vent riser diagram?
o At the farthest point downstream on the main
o At the end of every outlet
o From the fixture down to the main sanitary waste pipe
o From the top of the vent stack down to the septic vault
30. Where is the best place to begin drawing a sanitary
waste and vent riser diagram?
o At the farthest point downstream on the main
o At the end of every outlet
o From the fixture down to the main sanitary waste pipe
o From the top of the vent stack down to the septic vault
31. What pipe is indicated in the plumbing plan having a
series of dashes with letter V separating the dashes?
o Vacant pipe
o Vent pipe
o Vacuum pipe
o Vinyl pipe
31. What pipe is indicated in the plumbing plan having a
series of dashes with letter V separating the dashes?
o Vacant pipe
o Vent pipe
o Vacuum pipe
o Vinyl pipe
32. These are thin, solid lines that provide a stopping
point for the pointed ends of dimension lines.
o Extension line
o Leader line
o Phantom line
o Object line
32. These are thin, solid lines that provide a stopping
point for the pointed ends of dimension lines.
o Extension line
o Leader line
o Phantom line
o Object line
33. These pipes are represented in plumbing plans with
a moderate dash, three short dashes and a moderate
dash.
o Vacuum pipe
o Hot water recirculating pipe
o Compressed air pipe
o Fire protection pipe
33. These pipes are represented in plumbing plans with
a moderate dash, three short dashes and a moderate
dash.
o Vacuum pipe
o Hot water recirculating pipe
o Compressed air pipe
o Fire protection pipe
34. Thin solid lines with arrowheads on each ends that
will indicate the measurement of the object.
o Dimension line
o Instructional line
o Directional line
o Meridian line
34. Thin solid lines with arrowheads on each ends that
will indicate the measurement of the object.
o Dimension line
o Instructional line
o Directional line
o Meridian line
35. These pipes are shown as a series of units consisting
of a long dash and two short dashes.
o Vent pipe
o Hot water pipe
o Cold water pipe
o Drain pipe
35. These pipes are shown as a series of units consisting
of a long dash and two short dashes.
o Vent pipe
o Hot water pipe
o Cold water pipe
o Drain pipe
36. Usually this is the thickest line in the drawing that is
made up of uniform dashes and ends with arrowheads.
o Object lines
o Leader lines
o Cutting lane lines
o Extension lines
36. Usually this is the thickest line in the drawing that is
made up of uniform dashes and ends with arrowheads.
o Object lines
o Leader lines
o Cutting lane lines
o Extension lines
37. What symbol that commonly appear on a domestic
water riser diagram are not necessary to show on a
sanitary riser?
o Direction arrow
o Elevation marking
o Centerline
o Numbering of fixtures
37. What symbol that commonly appear on a domestic
water riser diagram are not necessary to show on a
sanitary riser?
o Direction arrow
o Elevation marking
o Centerline
o Numbering of fixtures
38. A type of line used to show the location of a
recessed object in the plan and is made of short and
thick dashes.
o Cutting plane lines
o Hidden lines
o Recessed lines
o Invisible lines
38. A type of line used to show the location of a
recessed object in the plan and is made of short and
thick dashes.
o Cutting plane lines
o Hidden lines
o Recessed lines
o Invisible lines
39. What is the name of the washer that seals the
bottom of a lavatory bowl?
o Mack washer
o Delta washer
o Cushion washer
o Compression washer
39. What is the name of the washer that seals the
bottom of a lavatory bowl?
o Mack washer
o Delta washer
o Cushion washer
o Compression washer
40. What type of water closet that has a small hole in
the bottom that delivers water into the trap?
o Reverse trap water closet
o Siphon jet water closet
o Washdown closet
o Siphon action water closet
40. What type of water closet that has a small hole in
the bottom that delivers water into the trap?
o Reverse trap water closet
o Siphon jet water closet
o Washdown closet
o Siphon action water closet
41. In the change of direction of waste piping from vertical
to horizontal a long sweep or combination is utilized. From
that point on the change of direction, it is recommended no
to install any branch within the distance of 10 times the
diameter of the horizontal pipe. What is the reason behind
why a branch should not be introduced?
o Due to the presence of hydraulic pump
o To prevent the spilling out of waste into the branch
o It is the portion where most of the blockage occurs
o To discharge the occurrence of blow-off
41. In the change of direction of waste piping from vertical
to horizontal a long sweep or combination is utilized. From
that point on the change of direction, it is recommended no
to install any branch within the distance of 10 times the
diameter of the horizontal pipe. What is the reason behind
why a branch should not be introduced?
o Due to the presence of hydraulic pump
o To prevent the spilling out of waste into the branch
o It is the portion where most of the blockage occurs
o To discharge the occurrence of blow-off
42. What is the name of the tool used to remove pits or
rough surfaces from valve or faucet seats?
o Seat planning tool
o Seat reamer tool
o Seat dressing tool
o Seat driver
42. What is the name of the tool used to remove pits or
rough surfaces from valve or faucet seats?
o Seat planning tool
o Seat reamer tool
o Seat dressing tool
o Seat driver
43. In its operation, the gate valve uses a gate to stop
the flow within the pipe whereas the ball valve uses a
ball. What is being used by a butterfly valve to stop the
flow?
o Impeller
o Compression seat
o Butterfly
o Disc
43. In its operation, the gate valve uses a gate to stop
the flow within the pipe whereas the ball valve uses a
ball. What is being used by a butterfly valve to stop the
flow?
o Impeller
o Compression seat
o Butterfly
o Disc
44. Why are the tank type water closets seldom used in
public toilet rooms?
o The use flush valve is preferred as it will not occupy a
larger space compared to closets with tanks
o Because of the longer time needed to refill the tank after
each flushing
o Maintenance is a factor in dealing with tank type of water
closets
o Tank breakage is a common problem encountered in tank
type closets used in public
44. Why are the tank type water closets seldom used in
public toilet rooms?
o The use flush valve is preferred as it will not occupy a
larger space compared to closets with tanks
o Because of the longer time needed to refill the tank after
each flushing
o Maintenance is a factor in dealing with tank type of water
closets
o Tank breakage is a common problem encountered in tank
type closets used in public
45. Which of the two pipes when used on the same line
would react chemically and eventually cause corrosion?
o Galvanized iron and Brass pipes
o Galvanized iron and PVC
o Copper and Galvanized Iron pipes
o Copper and Brass Pipes
45. Which of the two pipes when used on the same line
would react chemically and eventually cause corrosion?
o Galvanized iron and Brass pipes
o Galvanized iron and PVC
o Copper and Galvanized Iron pipes
o Copper and Brass Pipes
46. What type of faucet is now most often used on
plumbing fixtures?
o Swivel type
o Swing type
o Compression type
o Wheel type
46. What type of faucet is now most often used on
plumbing fixtures?
o Swivel type
o Swing type
o Compression type
o Wheel type
47. Which of the following supply pipe materials which
could resist water hammer and is good for alkaline
water?
o PE pipe
o cPVC pipe
o Copper
o Galvanized pipe
47. Which of the following supply pipe materials which
could resist water hammer and is good for alkaline
water?
o PE pipe
o cPVC pipe
o Copper
o Galvanized pipe
48. Aside from lavatory, what is the other common
fixture that is provided with overflow?
o Slop sink
o Bathtub
o Urinal
o Kitchen sink
48. Aside from lavatory, what is the other common
fixture that is provided with overflow?
o Slop sink
o Bathtub
o Urinal
o Kitchen sink
49. When fixtures are constructed of pervious materials,
what specific condition is not permitted?
o They must not crumble easily as pervious materials
absorb water and may enhance brittleness.
o These fixtures must not be left uncleaned.
o They must not be dare. Instead linings must be laid on the
surfaces.
o They must not have waste outlets that can retain water.
49. When fixtures are constructed of pervious materials,
what specific condition is not permitted?
o They must not crumble easily as pervious materials
absorb water and may enhance brittleness.
o These fixtures must not be left uncleaned.
o They must not be dare. Instead linings must be laid on the
surfaces.
o They must not have waste outlets that can retain water.
50. Aside from letting excess water escape below the
flood level rim of the fixture, what is the other purpose
of the overflow?
o Serves as a vent to the fixture
o Facilitate in the removal of foreign matter
o To maintain the depth of trap seal
o Protect against self-siphonage
50. Aside from letting excess water escape below the
flood level rim of the fixture, what is the other purpose
of the overflow?
o Serves as a vent to the fixture
o Facilitate in the removal of foreign matter
o To maintain the depth of trap seal
o Protect against self-siphonage
51. What fitting will be used in a water supply line if it is
used to join two pipes of different materials that would
eventually generate corrosion?
o Dielectric union
o Sovent union
o Ionizer
o Adapter
51. What fitting will be used in a water supply line if it is
used to join two pipes of different materials that would
eventually generate corrosion?
o Dielectric union
o Sovent union
o Ionizer
o Adapter
52. What is the only tool used to assemble no-hub pipe
and fittings?
o Torque wrench
o Adjustable wrench
o Offset wrench
o Monkey wrench
52. What is the only tool used to assemble no-hub pipe
and fittings?
o Torque wrench
o Adjustable wrench
o Offset wrench
o Monkey wrench
53. What joint of pipe is being made if the pipe ends is
being beveled?
o Welded joint
o Solder joint
o Sweat joint
o Compression joint
53. What joint of pipe is being made if the pipe ends is
being beveled?
o Welded joint
o Solder joint
o Sweat joint
o Compression joint
54. What type of joint is used if one end of the pipe is
flared?
o Solder joint
o Welded joint
o Sweat joint
o Compression joint
54. What type of joint is used if one end of the pipe is
flared?
o Solder joint
o Welded joint
o Sweat joint
o Compression joint
55. Which of the following plumbing materials is most
susceptible to damage from water that contains calcium
carbonate?
o Copper
o Cast iron
o PB
o B.I
55. Which of the following plumbing materials is most
susceptible to damage from water that contains calcium
carbonate?
o Copper
o Cast iron
o PB
o B.I
56. Which of the water closets is the most efficient, the
quietest and the most expensive of the water closets?
o Siphon jet
o Siphon action
o Reverse trap
o Washdown
56. Which of the water closets is the most efficient, the
quietest and the most expensive of the water closets?
o Siphon jet
o Siphon action
o Reverse trap
o Washdown
57. What type of water closet whose trap is found at the
front of the bowl and the bowl flushed by small streams
of water running down from the rim?
o Reverse trap
o Washdown
o Siphon jet
o Siphon action
57. What type of water closet whose trap is found at the
front of the bowl and the bowl flushed by small streams
of water running down from the rim?
o Reverse trap
o Washdown
o Siphon jet
o Siphon action
58. What has been accomplished when a bead of solvent
cement shows around the plastic fitting in the plastic
pipe fittings?
o That the proper amount of solvent cement was used in making
the joint
o That the pipe and fitting need to be twisted or turned around
to have complete coverage
o An improper jointing was made
o That there is an excessive use of solvent cement
58. What has been accomplished when a bead of solvent
cement shows around the plastic fitting in the plastic
pipe fittings?
o That the proper amount of solvent cement was used in making
the joint
o That the pipe and fitting need to be twisted or turned around
to have complete coverage
o An improper jointing was made
o That there is an excessive use of solvent cement
59. Approximately how much amount of lead will be
poured on a 4 inch cast iron joint?
o 2 lbs
o 4 kgs
o 4 lbs
o 2 kgs
59. Approximately how much amount of lead will be
poured on a 4 inch cast iron joint?
o 2 lbs
o 4 kgs
o 4 lbs
o 2 kgs
60. A reinforced concrete pipe and vitrified clay pipe are
examples of a stone based piping. Which of the
following is also referred as stone based pipe?
o Fiberglass pipe
o Cast iron pipe
o Black Iron pipe
o ABS pipe
60. A reinforced concrete pipe and vitrified clay pipe are
examples of a stone based piping. Which of the
following is also referred as stone based pipe?
o Fiberglass pipe
o Cast iron pipe
o Black Iron pipe
o ABS pipe
61. What must bathtubs be provided when recessed into
the finished walls?
o They must have waterproof joints
o A drum trap must be provided
o Sufficient space for other fixtures
o A sufficient leg and elbow room
61. What must bathtubs be provided when recessed into
the finished walls?
o They must have waterproof joints
o A drum trap must be provided
o Sufficient space for other fixtures
o A sufficient leg and elbow room
62. To prevent the cast iron from breaking unevenly,
what support must be considered before the pipe is cut?
o Support the pipe on its entire length
o Use a miter box
o Place supports at the end of pipe length
o Lay the pipe on a board of wood or mount of earth
62. To prevent the cast iron from breaking unevenly,
what support must be considered before the pipe is cut?
o Support the pipe on its entire length
o Use a miter box
o Place supports at the end of pipe length
o Lay the pipe on a board of wood or mount of earth
63. What is the main problem in using copper pipes
especially when it will be used together with other pipe
materials?
o Kinking
o Catalysis
o Electrolysis
o Cavitations
63. What is the main problem in using copper pipes
especially when it will be used together with other pipe
materials?
o Kinking
o Catalysis
o Electrolysis
o Cavitations
64. What may happen if a cold or damp ladle is plunged
into a pot of lead?
o The lead will explode
o The ladle will stick to the lead
o The lead will solidify
o The lead will not be homogeneous thus it will not
stick to the joint
64. What may happen if a cold or damp ladle is plunged
into a pot of lead?
o The lead will explode
o The ladle will stick to the lead
o The lead will solidify
o The lead will not be homogeneous thus it will not
stick to the joint
65. Which of the following is the best method of cutting
cast iron soil pipe that is rigidly in place?
o Hacksaw
o Grinder
o Hammer and chisel
o Soil pipe cutter
65. Which of the following is the best method of cutting
cast iron soil pipe that is rigidly in place?
o Hacksaw
o Grinder
o Hammer and chisel
o Soil pipe cutter
66. Flux compound is applied at the joint when soldering
copper pipes. What is the main function of flux
compound in the soldering process?
o To lessen the expansion of copper when heat is applied during
the soldering process
o To enable the solder to penetrate the joint completely
o To stop the formation of slag on the inside of the pipe
o To prevent the entry of the soldering lead into the interior of
the pipe
66. Flux compound is applied at the joint when soldering
copper pipes. What is the main function of flux
compound in the soldering process?
o To lessen the expansion of copper when heat is applied during
the soldering process
o To enable the solder to penetrate the joint completely
o To stop the formation of slag on the inside of the pipe
o To prevent the entry of the soldering lead into the interior of
the pipe
67. What happens when moist air is trapped in a
horizontal vent pipe?
o Lead to the creation of vacuum spaces
o Being dense, the plumbing system is disturbed
o Can block the passage of warm air into the system
o Can cause corrosion on the pipe
67. What happens when moist air is trapped in a
horizontal vent pipe?
o Lead to the creation of vacuum spaces
o Being dense, the plumbing system is disturbed
o Can block the passage of warm air into the system
o Can cause corrosion on the pipe
68. Which of the non-ferrous pipe material is the most
popular material for use in the plumbing system?
o Copper
o Aluminum
o Galvanized iron
o Brass
68. Which of the non-ferrous pipe material is the most
popular material for use in the plumbing system?
o Copper
o Aluminum
o Galvanized iron
o Brass
69. Which of the following is a type of joint that is not
used in joining copper pipes?
o Threaded
o Brazed
o Flared
o Soldered
69. Which of the following is a type of joint that is not
used in joining copper pipes?
o Threaded
o Brazed
o Flared
o Soldered
70. The overflow passageway from a fixture must be
connected to what portion of the plumbing system?
o Into the vent stack
o On the inlet side of the fixture trap
o On the outlet side of the fixture trap
o Into the drain
70. The overflow passageway from a fixture must be
connected to what portion of the plumbing system?
o Into the vent stack
o On the inlet side of the fixture trap
o On the outlet side of the fixture trap
o Into the drain
71. Why is that annealed copper should be used for
underground installation?
o Being a hard copper, it is an ideal material for
underground installation
o Annealed copper are highly resistant to corrosion and
other chemical reactions that is common to occur for
underground installations
o Ease in making repairs for such piping made
underground
o It could handle the stresses and forces encountered
in underground applications
71. Why is that annealed copper should be used for
underground installation?
o Being a hard copper, it is an ideal material for
underground installation
o Annealed copper are highly resistant to corrosion and
other chemical reactions that is common to occur for
underground installations
o Ease in making repairs for such piping made
underground
o It could handle the stresses and forces encountered
in underground applications
72. Where must a vent pipe be connected to a
horizontal soil or waste pipe?
o At the underside of the pipe
o At the invert of the soil or waste pipe
o At the side of the soil pipe
o Above the centerline of the soil or waste pipe
72. Where must a vent pipe be connected to a
horizontal soil or waste pipe?
o At the underside of the pipe
o At the invert of the soil or waste pipe
o At the side of the soil pipe
o Above the centerline of the soil or waste pipe
73. Which of the following gives the correct classification
of bends?
o By the diameter of the bend and by the radius of the curve
o By the degree of turn and by radius of the curve
o By the degree of turn and by diameter of the bend
o By the radius of the curve and by the amount of sweep
73. Which of the following gives the correct classification
of bends?
o By the diameter of the bend and by the radius of the curve
o By the degree of turn and by radius of the curve
o By the degree of turn and by diameter of the bend
o By the radius of the curve and by the amount of sweep
74. In what way is a compression joint similar to a slip
joint in copper piping?
o Both use a washer and lock nut to achieve a tight
joint
o Both are applicable to annealed copper tubing
o Both have flared ends which will be compressed using
slip nuts
o Both use a threaded nut in compression to form a
joint
74. In what way is a compression joint similar to a slip
joint in copper piping?
o Both use a washer and lock nut to achieve a tight
joint
o Both are applicable to annealed copper tubing
o Both have flared ends which will be compressed using
slip nuts
o Both use a threaded nut in compression to form a
joint
75. Which of the following gives the correct classification
of bends?
o By the diameter of the bend and by the radius of the curve
o By the degree of turn and by radius of the curve
o By the degree of turn and by the diameter of the bend
o By the radius of the curve and by the amount of sweep
75. Which of the following gives the correct classification
of bends?
o By the diameter of the bend and by the radius of the curve
o By the degree of turn and by radius of the curve
o By the degree of turn and by the diameter of the bend
o By the radius of the curve and by the amount of sweep
76. In what condition does the PVC pipe become brittle?
o Exposed to too much heat
o When exposed to sudden change in temperature
o When it is not used for a longer duration
o In cold weather
76. In what condition does the PVC pipe become brittle?
o Exposed to too much heat
o When exposed to sudden change in temperature
o When it is not used for a longer duration
o In cold weather
77. What is the symbol or designation given to a
standard weight cast iron pipe?
o B.I
o SW
o SV
77. What is the symbol or designation given to a
standard weight cast iron pipe?
o B.I
o SW
o SV
o C.I
78. What fitting is used when it is necessary to replace a
section of soil pipe or install a fitting into an existing
pipeline?
o Kafer fitting
o Sovent system fitting
o Reducer
o offsets
78. What fitting is used when it is necessary to replace a
section of soil pipe or install a fitting into an existing
pipeline?
o Kafer fitting
o Sovent system fitting
o Reducer
o offsets
79. When are 1/8 offsets generally used?
o Used to carry the soil or waste lines past obstruction
o Used in change of direction from branch drains to building
main drain
o Used when the side takeoff is smaller than the through section
o Used to carry horizontal soil or waste lines whenever there is a
change in direction
79. When are 1/8 offsets generally used?
o Used to carry the soil or waste lines past obstruction
o Used in change of direction from branch drains to building
main drain
o Used when the side takeoff is smaller than the through section
o Used to carry horizontal soil or waste lines whenever there is a
change in direction
80. Which of the following fitting should not be used
within a sanitary installation?
o 1/4 bend
o Double branch tapped tee
o Double branch straight tee
o Increaser
80. Which of the following fitting should not be used
within a sanitary installation?
o 1/4 bend
o Double branch tapped tee
o Double branch straight tee
o Increaser
81. Combination wye and 1/8 bends are used to make
changes of direction of how many degrees?
o 45 degrees
o 22.5 degrees
o 67.5 degrees
o 90 degrees
81. Combination wye and 1/8 bends are used to make
changes of direction of how many degrees?
o 45 degrees
o 22.5 degrees
o 67.5 degrees
o 90 degrees
82. What is the main reason why the use of brass as a
piping material became less popular?
o It is a very expensive piping material.
o It is not recommended in most plumbing codes.
o Because it contains lead.
o Unavailability of some of its alloy.
82. What is the main reason why the use of brass as a
piping material became less popular?
o It is a very expensive piping material.
o It is not recommended in most plumbing codes.
o Because it contains lead.
o Unavailability of some of its alloy.
83. What is the term used for a tee that enters the
straight through section of the fitting on a downward
curve?
o Sweep
o Drainage pattern
o Take off
o Bend
83. What is the term used for a tee that enters the
straight through section of the fitting on a downward
curve?
o Sweep
o Drainage pattern
o Take off
o Bend
84. Straight tees are used in what section of the DWV
system?
o Septic tank
o Sewer line
o Vent
o Drainage
84. Straight tees are used in what section of the DWV
system?
o Septic tank
o Sewer line
o Vent
o Drainage
85. What is the greatest advantage of using DWV plastic
pipe and fittings for residential sanitary system?
o Ease in installation
o Accessibility of materials
o Resistance to deposit formation
o Lightweight compared to other pipes
85. What is the greatest advantage of using DWV plastic
pipe and fittings for residential sanitary system?
o Ease in installation
o Accessibility of materials
o Resistance to deposit formation
o Lightweight compared to other pipes
86. In sprinkler system, what is the common type of joint
used wherein a special coupling is used to connect the
two ends?
o Welded joint
o Rolled joint
o Flanged coupling
o Bolted joint
86. In sprinkler system, what is the common type of joint
used wherein a special coupling is used to connect the
two ends?
o Welded joint
o Rolled joint
o Flanged coupling
o Bolted joint
87. This method of joining the pipe is sometimes
referred to as a mechanical joint. What type of joint is
this?
o Butt joint
o Flanged joint
o Welded joint
o Soldered joint
87. This method of joining the pipe is sometimes
referred to as a mechanical joint. What type of joint is
this?
o Butt joint
o Flanged joint
o Welded joint
o Soldered joint
88. What is the minimum size of cast iron soil pipe being
manufactured for use in a DWV system?
o 1 and 1/2 inches
o 2 inches
o 4 inches
o 3 inches
88. What is the minimum size of cast iron soil pipe being
manufactured for use in a DWV system?
o 1 and 1/2 inches
o 2 inches
o 4 inches
o 3 inches
89. Both the sanitary cross and straight cross are used in
the piping system, however they are not permitted to be
used in?
o Drainage line
o Ventilation system
o Horizontal line piping
o Sewer line
89. Both the sanitary cross and straight cross are used in
the piping system, however they are not permitted to be
used in?
o Drainage line
o Ventilation system
o Horizontal line piping
o Sewer line
90. What is the system used in correlating the many
metal alloys and is indicated in pipes for the
identification of the users?
o Unified Numbering System
o Universal Numbering System
o International Numbering System
o Systeme Internationale
90. What is the system used in correlating the many
metal alloys and is indicated in pipes for the
identification of the users?
o Unified Numbering System
o Universal Numbering System
o International Numbering System
o Systeme Internationale
91. Aside from being used in testing a system for leaks,
what is the other use of a test tee?
o Used as a permanent cleanout
o Used as a reserve fitting
o Used as an accessory to the ventilation system
o Used as floor drain
91. Aside from being used in testing a system for leaks,
what is the other use of a test tee?
o Used as a permanent cleanout
o Used as a reserve fitting
o Used as an accessory to the ventilation system
o Used as floor drain
92. What precaution should be taken when
pliers are needed to loosen a chrome swing
spout lock nut?
o Do not apply too much pressure on the
plier.
o Wrap round nuts with adhesive tape to
avoid destroying the chrome finish.
o Use two pliers, one is for clamping while the
other is used for turning.
o As not to destroy the chrome finish, use the
pliers on the spout portion only.
92. What precaution should be taken when
pliers are needed to loosen a chrome swing
spout lock nut?
o Do not apply too much pressure on the
plier.
o Wrap round nuts with adhesive tape to
avoid destroying the chrome finish.
o Use two pliers, one is for clamping while the
other is used for turning.
o As not to destroy the chrome finish, use the
pliers on the spout portion only.
93. What pipe is indicated in the plumbing
plan with a solid line?
o Vacuum pipe
o Hot water recirculating pipe
o Fire protection pipe
o Drain pipe
93. What pipe is indicated in the plumbing
plan with a solid line?
o Vacuum pipe
o Hot water recirculating pipe
o Fire protection pipe
o Drain pipe
94. What characteristics has an oakum in the
lead and oakum joint that is lacking in other
joint?
o Oakum could serve as a cushion during the
caulking of lead
o The wet oakum will expand thus making the
joint gas and watertight
o Oakum act as absorbent on the foul odor
coming out of the sewer line
o Though cast iron is a rigid material, the
oakum could make the joint flexible.
94. What characteristics has an oakum in the
lead and oakum joint that is lacking in other
joint?
o Oakum could serve as a cushion during the
caulking of lead
o The wet oakum will expand thus making the
joint gas and watertight
o Oakum act as absorbent on the foul odor
coming out of the sewer line
o Though cast iron is a rigid material, the
oakum could make the joint flexible.
95. Which of the following give the correct
reason why the DFU value in vent pipe sizing
is the same as that of waste pipe sizing?
o Waste water will also pass through vent
pipes like that of wet vents
o The amount of air required by plumbing
system is proportional to the amount of waste
flowing in the drainage pipe.
o The vent pipes are integral parts of the
entire plumbing system.
o All of the listed reasons.
95. Which of the following give the correct
reason why the DFU value in vent pipe sizing
is the same as that of waste pipe sizing?
o Waste water will also pass through vent
pipes like that of wet vents
o The amount of air required by plumbing
system is proportional to the amount of waste
flowing in the drainage pipe.
o The vent pipes are integral parts of the
entire plumbing system.
o All of the listed reasons.
96. When a cut is necessary in a hub and
spigot system from what type of pipe should
the pipe is cut in order to avoid waste?
o Double hub
o Single hub
o Hubless
o None of the listed
96. When a cut is necessary in a hub and
spigot system from what type of pipe should
the pipe is cut in order to avoid waste?
o Double hub
o Single hub
o Hubless
o None of the listed
97. This is often referred to as the starting
point of a storm water drainage system?
o Ridge of roof
o Roof drain
o Valley of root
o Gutter
97. This is often referred to as the starting
point of a storm water drainage system?
o Ridge of roof
o Roof drain
o Valley of root
o Gutter
98. What is the opening in a plumbing fixture that allows
waste to escape into the sanitary waste system?
o Overflow
o Drain
o Trap
o Vent
98. What is the opening in a plumbing fixture that allows
waste to escape into the sanitary waste system?
o Overflow
o Drain
o Trap
o Vent
99. A soft copper tubing is known as annealed copper.
What is the name given to a hard copper tubing?
o Drawn copper
o Brass
o Slurry copper
o Alloy
99. A soft copper tubing is known as annealed copper.
What is the name given to a hard copper tubing?
o Drawn copper
o Brass
o Slurry copper
o Alloy
100. Most of the vents are sized to be at least1/2 the
sized of the drain it serves. One half of the size means it
is 1/2 of which?
o Diameter of the pipe
o Perimeter of pipe
o Cross-sectional area of pipe
o Wetted perimeter
100. Most of the vents are sized to be at least1/2 the
sized of the drain it serves. One half of the size means it
is 1/2 of which?
o Diameter of the pipe
o Perimeter of pipe
o Cross-sectional area of pipe
o Wetted perimeter
101. If the projecting walls are opposite from each
other, what will be the percentage that will be added to
the roof area?
o 50%
o 35%
o 0%
o 75%
101. If the projecting walls are opposite from each
other, what will be the percentage that will be added to
the roof area?
o 50%
o 35%
o 0%
o 75%
102. Why do single handle mixing faucets last longer
than other types before repairs are being made?
o In expensive of the user
o Because only one handle is being used
o Because of fewer contacts between the washer and
the seat
o Water hardness is minimized because of the presence
of hot water, so friction is neglected.
102. Why do single handle mixing faucets last longer
than other types before repairs are being made?
o In expensive of the user
o Because only one handle is being used
o Because of fewer contacts between the washer and
the seat
o Water hardness is minimized because of the presence
of hot water, so friction is neglected.
103. The drainage fixture unit is based on the following
factors except?
o The average time between successive operations of
the fixtures.
o The number users.
o The volume of discharge contained in a single use.
o The duration of a single discharge.
103. The drainage fixture unit is based on the following
factors except?
o The average time between successive operations of
the fixtures.
o The number users.
o The volume of discharge contained in a single use.
o The duration of a single discharge.
104. One of the two weights associated with cast iron
pipe is service weight. What is the other weight?
o Centrifugally spun weight
o Heavy weight
o Light weight
o Extra heavy weight
104. One of the two weights associated with cast iron
pipe is service weight. What is the other weight?
o Centrifugally spun weight
o Heavy weight
o Light weight
o Extra heavy weight
105. In sizing rainwater piping, what percentage of the
wall area will be added to the roof area if there are 2
adjacent walls?
o 50%
o 75%
o 0%
o 35%
105. In sizing rainwater piping, what percentage of the
wall area will be added to the roof area if there are 2
adjacent walls?
o 50%
o 75%
o 0%
o 35%
106. Which of the following gives the great
advantage using a no-hub cast iron pipe
compared to pipes having hubs?
o The joints are easy to make.
o Problems in dealing with double hubs are
eliminated.
o Elimination in the usage of too many
fittings.
o Hubless pipe is lighter compared to pipe
with hubs.
106. Which of the following gives the great
advantage using a no-hub cast iron pipe
compared to pipes having hubs?
o The joints are easy to make.
o Problems in dealing with double hubs are
eliminated.
o Elimination in the usage of too many
fittings.
o Hubless pipe is lighter compared to pipe
with hubs.
107. What is the common repair required on
fixture faucets?
o Replacement of washer
o Replacement of seats
o Loose thread repair
o Repair of broken handle
107. What is the common repair required on
fixture faucets?
o Replacement of washer
o Replacement of seats
o Loose thread repair
o Repair of broken handle
108. When a globe valve does not control the
water, what must be done to control it?
o The seat is worn out thus the seat should be
replaced.
o The stem needs replacement as it could not reach
the seat thereby leaving a gap for the water to enter.
o The washer might be worn out so it must be
replaced.
o Rethread the end of the stem as it is through the
gap between threads that water could escape
108. When a globe valve does not control the
water, what must be done to control it?
o The seat is worn out thus the seat should be
replaced.
o The stem needs replacement as it could not reach
the seat thereby leaving a gap for the water to enter.
o The washer might be worn out so it must be
replaced.
o Rethread the end of the stem as it is through the
gap between threads that water could escape
109. These pipes are represented in plumbing
plans with a moderate dash, three short
dashes and moderate dash.
o Hot water recirculating pipe
o Vacuum pipe
o Compressed air pipe
o Fire protection pipe
109. These pipes are represented in plumbing
plans with a moderate dash, three short
dashes and moderate dash.
o Hot water recirculating pipe
o Vacuum pipe
o Compressed air pipe
o Fire protection pipe
110. For a roof area that exceeds 10,000 sq.ft,
what is the minimum number of roof drains
required?
o 5
o 4
o 2
o 3
110. For a roof area that exceeds 10,000 sq.ft,
what is the minimum number of roof drains
required?
o 5
o 4
o 2
o 3
111. These pipes are shown as a series of units
consisting of a long dash and two short
dashes.
o Vent pipe
o Hot water pipe
o Cold water pipe
o Drain pipe
111. These pipes are shown as a series of units
consisting of a long dash and two short
dashes.
o Vent pipe
o Hot water pipe
o Cold water pipe
o Drain pipe
112. What pipe is represented on drawings
with alternating long and short dashes?
o Cold water pipe
o Dain pipe
o Hot water pipe
o Vent pipe
112. What pipe is represented on drawings
with alternating long and short dashes?
o Cold water pipe
o Dain pipe
o Hot water pipe
o Vent pipe
113. What pipe is represented by a line
consisting of a series of short dashes?
o Vent pipe
o Vacuum pipe
o Dain pipe
o Gas pipe
113. What pipe is represented by a line
consisting of a series of short dashes?
o Vent pipe
o Vacuum pipe
o Dain pipe
o Gas pipe
114. What is the minimum gage number of a galvanized
sheet metal that could be used as a rainwater
downspout or conductor it is to be located on the
exterior side of a low height building?
o Gage 33
o Gage 26
o Gage 24
o Gage 22
114. What is the minimum gage number of a galvanized
sheet metal that could be used as a rainwater
downspout or conductor it is to be located on the
exterior side of a low height building?
o Gage 33
o Gage 26
o Gage 24
o Gage 22
115. These pipes are shown as a series of units
consisting of a long dash and short dashes.
o Vent pipe
o Hot water pipe
o Cold water pipe
o Drain pipe
115. These pipes are shown as a series of units
consisting of a long dash and short dashes.
o Vent pipe
o Hot water pipe
o Cold water pipe
o Drain pipe
116. Fixture connections that require the removal of an
access panel for servicing are considered _____.
o Not accessible
o Exposed
o Accessible
o Readily accessible
116. Fixture connections that require the removal of an
access panel for servicing are considered _____.
o Not accessible
o Exposed
o Accessible
o Readily accessible
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1. Which material ultimately seals a caulked or bell and
spigot joint?
o Cement
o Oakum
o Pig lead
o Coal tar
1. Which material ultimately seals a caulked or bell and
spigot joint?
o Cement
o Oakum
o Pig lead
o Coal tar
2. What do you call the process in which all types of
iron-based metals rust?
o Oxidation
o Pit corrosion
o Material breakdown
o Tuberculation
2. What do you call the process in which all types of
iron-based metals rust?
o Oxidation
o Pit corrosion
o Material breakdown
o Tuberculation
3. Which pipe support is recommended in holding a
single horizontal soil or waste branch?
o Clevis
o Bracket
o Trapeze
o Clamp hanger
3. Which pipe support is recommended in holding a
single horizontal soil or waste branch?
o Clevis
o Bracket
o Trapeze
o Clamp hanger
4. Which of these pipes is measured by its outside
diameter?
o Galvanized steel pipe
o Cast iron pipe
o Copper pipe
o Concrete pipe
4. Which of these pipes is measured by its outside
diameter?
o Galvanized steel pipe
o Cast iron pipe
o Copper pipe
o Concrete pipe
5. Pressure loss in pipe due to its interior surface is
attributed to what factor?
o Friction loss
o Static pressure
o Dynamic head
o Water flow
5. Pressure loss in pipe due to its interior surface is
attributed to what factor?
o Friction loss
o Static pressure
o Dynamic head
o Water flow
6. Which plastic pipe is normally oval in cross section
and is denoted by it outside diameter?
o PP (Polypropylene)
o CPVC (Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride)
o PB (Polybutylene)
o SR (Styrene rubber)
6. Which plastic pipe is normally oval in cross section
and is denoted by it outside diameter?
o PP (Polypropylene)
o CPVC (Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride)
o PB (Polybutylene)
o SR (Styrene rubber)
7. Ventilating system is essential in sanitary drainage
system. Providing such system prevents ___.
o Backpressure
o Siphonage
o Backflow
o All of these
7. Ventilating system is essential in sanitary drainage
system. Providing such system prevents ___.
o Backpressure
o Siphonage
o Backflow
o All of these
8. The following are types of joints used in plastic pipes.
Which of these is NOT applicable?
o Crimped joint
o Solvent cement weld joint
o Heat fusion joint
o Hot poured joint
8. The following are types of joints used in plastic pipes.
Which of these is NOT applicable?
o Crimped joint
o Solvent cement weld joint
o Heat fusion joint
o Hot poured joint
9. What is the rod used for caulking oakum?
o Soldering rod
o Glass rod
o Yarning iron
o Stadia rod
9. What is the rod used for caulking oakum?
o Soldering rod
o Glass rod
o Yarning iron
o Stadia rod
10. What is the science that studies water in motion?
o Fluid mechanics
o Hydrokinetic
o Hydraulics
o Hydrology
10. What is the science that studies water in motion?
o Fluid mechanics
o Hydrokinetic
o Hydraulics
o Hydrology
11. Potable water is to water supply, as wastewater is to
___.
o Sewer system
o Fire protection
o Vent system
o Storm/drainage system
11. Potable water is to water supply, as wastewater is to
___.
o Sewer system
o Fire protection
o Vent system
o Storm/drainage system
12. Also known as the Sanitation Code of the Philippines.
o RA 8749
o RA 9275
o RA 9003
o PD 856
12. Also known as the Sanitation Code of the Philippines.
o RA 8749
o RA 9275
o RA 9003
o PD 856
13. Portion of the septic tank where retention of sludge
takes place.
o Digestive chamber
o Holding tank
o Leaching chamber
o Polishing chamber
13. Portion of the septic tank where retention of sludge
takes place.
o Digestive chamber
o Holding tank
o Leaching chamber
o Polishing chamber
14. MWSS stands for:
o Metro Water and Sewer System
o Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System
o Manila Water and Sewer System
o Manila Waterworks, Sewerage and Sanitation
14. MWSS stands for:
o Metro Water and Sewer System
o Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System
o Manila Water and Sewer System
o Manila Waterworks, Sewerage and Sanitation
15. ___ is the removal of salts from saline water to
provide freshwater.
o Decantation
o Desalination
o Hypertension
o Condensation
15. ___ is the removal of salts from saline water to
provide freshwater.
o Decantation
o Desalination
o Hypertension
o Condensation
16. It is a natural or manmade structure for storing,
regulating, and controlling water.
o Reservoir
o Sewer
o Faucet
o Catch basin
16. It is a natural or manmade structure for storing,
regulating, and controlling water.
o Reservoir
o Sewer
o Faucet
o Catch basin
17. It is a tank used to contain domestic wastes to allow
the settling of solids prior to distribution to a leach field
for soil absorption. This tank is used when a sewer line is
not available to carry them to a treatment plant.
o Cistern
o Septic tank
o Dam
o Lagoon
17. It is a tank used to contain domestic wastes to allow
the settling of solids prior to distribution to a leach field
for soil absorption. This tank is used when a sewer line is
not available to carry them to a treatment plant.
o Cistern
o Septic tank
o Dam
o Lagoon
18. What is the term applied to water which enters
sewers through poor joints, cracked pipes, and the
walls?
o Infiltration
o Penetration
o Inflow
o Seepage
18. What is the term applied to water which enters
sewers through poor joints, cracked pipes, and the
walls?
o Infiltration
o Penetration
o Inflow
o Seepage
19. What are the pathogenic bacteria that can survive in
natural water without protection in particular matter of
other physical protection long enough to transmit
disease to human beings?
o E. coli
o Amoeba
o Mushroom
o Filarial
19. What are the pathogenic bacteria that can survive in
natural water without protection in particular matter of
other physical protection long enough to transmit
disease to human beings?
o E. coli
o Amoeba
o Mushroom
o Filarial
20. What kind of pipe is remarkably suited to
embedment in concrete structure and can be used as
soil, waste or ventilation pipe and downspout?
o Galvanized wrought iron pipe
o Galvanized steel pipe
o Asbestos pipe
o Cast iron pipe
20. What kind of pipe is remarkably suited to
embedment in concrete structure and can be used as
soil, waste or ventilation pipe and downspout?
o Galvanized wrought iron pipe
o Galvanized steel pipe
o Asbestos pipe
o Cast iron pipe
21. What is the slope of soil branch has been proven to
be effective and satisfactory?
o 2.50%
o 3%
o 1.50%
o 2%
21. What is the slope of soil branch has been proven to
be effective and satisfactory?
o 2.50%
o 3%
o 1.50%
o 2%
22. A title given to a person who is a skilled worker in
the field of plumbing. It is derived from the Ancient
Roman term ‘plumbarius’ which was taken from the
Latin word ‘plumbum.’
o Plumber
o Engineer
o Architect
o Worker
22. A title given to a person who is a skilled worker in
the field of plumbing. It is derived from the Ancient
Roman term ‘plumbarius’ which was taken from the
Latin word ‘plumbum.’
o Plumber
o Engineer
o Architect
o Worker
23. Its main function is to prevent reversal of flow in the
line. Valves of these types are recommended for gas,
water, steam, air and general vapor services.
o Plug disk valve
o Check valve
o Composition valve
o Conventional valve
23. Its main function is to prevent reversal of flow in the
line. Valves of these types are recommended for gas,
water, steam, air and general vapor services.
o Plug disk valve
o Check valve
o Composition valve
o Conventional valve
24. ___ is used mainly to completely close or open the
line but not necessarily to control the flow of water.
o Globe valve
o Gate valve
o Check valve
o Angle valve
24. ___ is used mainly to completely close or open the
line but not necessarily to control the flow of water.
o Globe valve
o Gate valve
o Check valve
o Angle valve
25. A device used to prevent water hammering.
o Sump pit
o Air chamber
o Cistern
o Vent
25. A device used to prevent water hammering.
o Sump pit
o Air chamber
o Cistern
o Vent
26. It refers to the demand considered in determining
the size of water service pipe when simultaneously used
at the same time.
o Peak load
o Probable demand
o Both a and b
o Maximum demand
26. It refers to the demand considered in determining
the size of water service pipe when simultaneously used
at the same time.
o Peak load
o Probable demand
o Both a and b
o Maximum demand
27. The connection between the city water main and the
service pipe is called ___.
o Service pipe
o Main pipe
o Riser
o Corporation stop
27. The connection between the city water main and the
service pipe is called ___.
o Service pipe
o Main pipe
o Riser
o Corporation stop
28. The process of removing suspended water from
water supply by allowing time and inactivity of water to
do the work of settling out heavier suspended particles.
o Coagulation
o Oxidation
o Sedimentation
o Disinfection
28. The process of removing suspended water from
water supply by allowing time and inactivity of water to
do the work of settling out heavier suspended particles.
o Coagulation
o Oxidation
o Sedimentation
o Disinfection
29. A water supply pipe that extends one full storey or
more to convey water to branches or to a group of
fixture.
o Riser
o Distribution pipe
o Service pipe
o Developed length
29. A water supply pipe that extends one full storey or
more to convey water to branches or to a group of
fixture.
o Riser
o Distribution pipe
o Service pipe
o Developed length
30. A compression stop valve installed on the outside of
a building so that the garden hose may be attached.
a. Sill cock
b. Pressure regulating valve
c. Stop valve
d. None of the above
30. A compression stop valve installed on the outside of
a building so that the garden hose may be attached.
a. Sill cock
b. Pressure regulating valve
c. Stop valve
d. None of the above
31. Existing pressure without any flow motion.
o Standby pressure
o Static pressure
o Residual pressure
o Reserved pressure
31. Existing pressure without any flow motion.
o Standby pressure
o Static pressure
o Residual pressure
o Reserved pressure
32. Island fixture requires this type of venting. What is
it?
o Looped vent
o Circuit vent
o Revent
o Loop vent
32. Island fixture requires this type of venting. What is
it?
o Looped vent
o Circuit vent
o Revent
o Loop vent
33. Which of the following is among the types of
material pipe support used for vertical application?
o Clevis
o metal Strap
o Bracket
o Trapeze
33. Which of the following is among the types of
material pipe support used for vertical application?
o Clevis
o metal Strap
o Bracket
o Trapeze
34. What type of trap may be used on the house drain
immediately before the house sewer?
o House trap
o Running trap
o Grease trap
o S trap
34. What type of trap may be used on the house drain
immediately before the house sewer?
o House trap
o Running trap
o Grease trap
o S trap
35. Originally, Sovent System uses what type of material
for its drainage, aerator and de-aerator fittings?
o Copper
o Cast iron
o Plastic
o Galvanized iron
35. Originally, Sovent System uses what type of material
for its drainage, aerator and de-aerator fittings?
o Copper
o Cast iron
o Plastic
o Galvanized iron
36. Sovent system is an engineered plumbing system
which involves the use of _____.
o Soil and waste pipes, aerator and de-aerator
o Soil and waste pipes, vent pipes, aerator fitting and de-
aerator fitting
o Soil and waste pipes, aerator fittings, vent pipes
o Soil and waste pipes, de-aerator fittings, and vent pipes
36. Sovent system is an engineered plumbing system
which involves the use of _____.
o Soil and waste pipes, aerator and de-aerator
o Soil and waste pipes, vent pipes, aerator fitting and de-
aerator fitting
o Soil and waste pipes, aerator fittings, vent pipes
o Soil and waste pipes, de-aerator fittings, and vent pipes
37. In the design of septic tank, the capacity of leaching
chamber is generally _____.
o ½ the volume of DC
o ¾ the volume of DC
o ¼ DC volume
o Same size as DC
37. In the design of septic tank, the capacity of leaching
chamber is generally _____.
o ½ the volume of DC
o ¾ the volume of DC
o ¼ DC volume
o Same size as DC
38. What is the color for a pipeline containing gases in
either gaseous or liquefied form, vapors and
pneumatically conveyed fumes and materials?
o Yellow ochre
o Silver-grey
o Green
o Safety yellow (ANSI)
38. What is the color for a pipeline containing gases in
either gaseous or liquefied form, vapors and
pneumatically conveyed fumes and materials?
o Yellow ochre
o Silver-grey
o Green
o Safety yellow (ANSI)
39. What specific qualities are required of a plumbing
fixture?
a. Impervious surface
b. Free from defects
c. Free from concealed fouling surfa
d. All of the above
39. What specific qualities are required of a plumbing
fixture?
a. Impervious surface
b. Free from defects
c. Free from concealed fouling surfa
d. All of the above
40. A grease interceptor may be required in any of the
following EXCEPT in _____.
o Commercial establishment
o Institutional buildings
o Single-Family Residential dwellings
o Multi-family Residential dwelling
40. A grease interceptor may be required in any of the
following EXCEPT in _____.
o Commercial establishment
o Institutional buildings
o Single-Family Residential dwellings
o Multi-family Residential dwelling
41. It is a copper pipe that can be used in water
distribution system above and underground pipe
installation.
o Type K
o Type L
o Type M
o Type DWV
41. It is a copper pipe that can be used in water
distribution system above and underground pipe
installation.
o Type K
o Type L
o Type M
o Type DWV
42. Identify the picture shown.
o Fitting
o Coupling
o Elbow
o Union
42. Identify the picture shown.
o Fitting
o Coupling
o Elbow
o Union
43. Identify the picture shown.
o Combination wye
o Super wye
o Upright wye
o Vertical wye
43. Identify the picture shown.
o Combination wye
o Super wye
o Upright wye
o Vertical wye
44. Identify the picture shown.
o Permanent plug
o Test plug
o Permanent cap
o Test cap
44. Identify the picture shown.
o Permanent plug
o Test plug
o Permanent cap
o Test cap
45. Identify the picture shown.
o Nipple
o Bushing
o Coupling
o Union
45. Identify the picture shown.
o Nipple
o Bushing
o Coupling
o Union
46. Identify the figure shown.
o Tee
o Sanitary Tee
o Drain tee
o Combination wye
46. Identify the figure shown.
o Tee
o Sanitary Tee
o Drain tee
o Combination wye
47. Identify the picture shown.
o Victaulic coupling
o Closing flange
o Pipe Clamp
o Trapeze
47. Identify the picture shown.
o Victaulic coupling
o Closing flange
o Pipe Clamp
o Trapeze
48. This configuration of sprinkler is called ______.
o Upright
o Side wall
o Pendent
o Concealed

48. This configuration of sprinkler is called ______.


o Upright
o Side wall
o Pendent
o Concealed
49. Identify the picture shown. It is used in lieu of
traditional venting systems that penetrate through
roofs.
o Air open valve
o Vent reliever
o Air admittance valve
o Air vent
49. Identify the picture shown. It is used in lieu of
traditional venting systems that penetrate through
roofs.
o Air open valve
o Vent reliever
o Air admittance valve
o Air vent
50. Identify the figure shown.
o Tee
o Sanitary Tee
o Drain Tee
o Combination wye
50. Identify the figure shown.
o Tee
o Sanitary Tee
o Drain Tee
o Combination wye
51. Identify the plumbing valve shown.
o Globe valve
o Gate valve
o Butterfly valve
o Ball valve
51. Identify the plumbing valve shown.
o Globe valve
o Gate valve
o Butterfly valve
o Ball valve
52. This tool is used to make watertight joints between
flexible copper piping materials.
o Flaring tool
o Pipe vise
o Basic wrench
o Pipe reamer
52. This tool is used to make watertight joints between
flexible copper piping materials.
o Flaring tool
o Pipe vise
o Basic wrench
o Pipe reamer
53. Identify the opening mechanism of the cleanout
shown below.
o Countersunk
o Plug
o Cap
o Drop
53. Identify the opening mechanism of the cleanout
shown below.
o Countersunk
o Plug
o Cap
o Drop
54. Identify the picture shown.
o Runner tee
o Tapped tee
o Service tee
o Offset tee
54. Identify the picture shown.
o Runner tee
o Tapped tee
o Service tee
o Offset tee
55. Identify the picture shown.
o Union
o Bushing
o Nipple
o Coupling
55. Identify the picture shown.
o Union
o Bushing
o Nipple
o Coupling
56. Identify the picture shown.
o Street tee
o Tapped tee
o Combined tee
o Union tee
56. Identify the picture shown.
o Street tee
o Tapped tee
o Combined tee
o Union tee
57. Identify the fitting shown.
o union
o bushing
o nipple
o coupling
57. Identify the fitting shown.
o union
o bushing
o nipple
o coupling
58. A type of copper tube used for hot water heating
and low pressure steam sizes up to 32 mm.
o Type M
o Type K
o Type L
o Type DWV
58. A type of copper tube used for hot water heating
and low pressure steam sizes up to 32 mm.
o Type M
o Type K
o Type L
o Type DWV
59. A type of copper tube used for hot water heating
and low pressure steam sizes 32 mm and larger.
o Type M
o Type K
o Type L
o Type DWV
59. A type of copper tube used for hot water heating
and low pressure steam sizes 32 mm and larger.
o Type M
o Type K
o Type L
o Type DWV
60. A type of copper tube used for hot water heating
condensate return lines.
o Type M
o Type K
o Type L
o Type DWV
60. A type of copper tube used for hot water heating
condensate return lines.
o Type M
o Type K
o Type L
o Type DWV
61. A type of copper tube used in underground water
services with straight lengths joined with fittings.
o Type K
o Type L
o Type M
o Type DWV
61. A type of copper tube used in underground water
services with straight lengths joined with fittings.
o Type K
o Type L
o Type M
o Type DWV
62. A type of copper tube used chilled water mains sizes
32 mm and larger.
o Type M
o Type K
o Type L
o Type DWV
62. A type of copper tube used chilled water mains sizes
32 mm and larger.
o Type M
o Type K
o Type L
o Type DWV
63. A Is the science and art of preventing disease,
prolonging life and promoting physical and mental
health and efficiency through organized community.
o Environmental health
o Public health
o Health
o Private health
63. A Is the science and art of preventing disease,
prolonging life and promoting physical and mental
health and efficiency through organized community.
o Environmental health
o Public health
o Health
o Private health
64. Affects large number of people at the same time and
transcends community boundaries.
o Pandemic
o Epidemic
o Endemic
o Host
64. Affects large number of people at the same time and
transcends community boundaries.
o Pandemic
o Epidemic
o Endemic
o Host
65. Applied to a specific disease when it normally
prevails in locality and does not fluctuate markedly from
the normal expected mergence in the commonly.
o Pandemic
o Epidemic
o Endemic
o Host
65. Applied to a specific disease when it normally
prevails in locality and does not fluctuate markedly from
the normal expected mergence in the commonly.
o Pandemic
o Epidemic
o Endemic
o Host
66. Is the incidence of a communicable disease among a
number of people to an extent that is recognized
statistically as being well beyond the normal expectancy
for the disease in a community in a defined period of
time.
o Pandemic
o Epidemic
o Endemic
o Host
66. Is the incidence of a communicable disease among a
number of people to an extent that is recognized
statistically as being well beyond the normal expectancy
for the disease in a community in a defined period of
time.
o Pandemic
o Epidemic
o Endemic
o Host
67. Is an infected person without apparent disease but is
a potential source of infection.
o Carrier
o Vehicle of infection
o Host
o vector
67. Is an infected person without apparent disease but is
a potential source of infection.
o Carrier
o Vehicle of infection
o Host
o vector
68. Is a science that deals with the interrelationship of
the various factors and conditions of an infectious
process, disease or physiological state in human
community.
o epidemiology
o public health
o pandemicology
o endemicology
68. Is a science that deals with the interrelationship of
the various factors and conditions of an infectious
process, disease or physiological state in human
community.
o epidemiology
o public health
o pandemicology
o endemicology
69. Means by which infectious agents are transported in
causing disease. Water, food, insect and inanimate
object may be?
o host
o vector
o Vehicle of inspection
o carrier
69. Means by which infectious agents are transported in
causing disease. Water, food, insect and inanimate
object may be?
o host
o vector
o Vehicle of inspection
o carrier
70. A process of first raising the temperature
in separate the more volatile from the volatile
part and then cooling and condensing the
resulting vapor so as to produce a nearly
purified substance.
o distillation
o filtration
o purification
o flashing
70. A process of first raising the temperature
in separate the more volatile from the volatile
part and then cooling and condensing the
resulting vapor so as to produce a nearly
purified substance.
o distillation
o filtration
o purification
o flashing
71. A hot piece or lump that remains after a
material has partially burned, and is still
oxidizing without the manifestation of flames.
o ember
o fire trap
o fire hazard
o flash point
71. A hot piece or lump that remains after a
material has partially burned, and is still
oxidizing without the manifestation of flames.
o ember
o fire trap
o fire hazard
o flash point
72. A building unsafe in case of fire because it
will burn easily or because it lacks adequate
exits or fire escapes.
o Fire trap
o Fire hazard
o Fire zone
o Fire point
72. A building unsafe in case of fire because it
will burn easily or because it lacks adequate
exits or fire escapes.
o Fire trap
o Fire hazard
o Fire zone
o Fire point
73. Any condition or act which increases or
may cause an increase in probability of the
occurrence of fire, or which may obstruct,
delay, hinder or interfere with firefighting
operations and the safeguarding of life and
property.
o Fire trap
o Fire hazard
o Fire zone
o Fire point
73. Any condition or act which increases or
may cause an increase in probability of the
occurrence of fire, or which may obstruct,
delay, hinder or interfere with firefighting
operations and the safeguarding of life and
property.
o Fire trap
o Fire hazard
o Fire zone
o Fire point
74. The minimum temperature at which any
material gives off in sufficient concentration to
form an ignitable mixture with air.
o Flash point
o Fire trap
o Fire hazard
o Fire point
74. The minimum temperature at which any
material gives off in sufficient concentration to
form an ignitable mixture with air.
o Flash point
o Fire trap
o Fire hazard
o Fire point
75. What is that receptacle installed at corner
wall that collect rain water from a balcony.
o Scupper drain
o downspout
o roof drain
o dome strainers
75. What is that receptacle installed at corner
wall that collect rain water from a balcony.
o Scupper drain
o downspout
o roof drain
o dome strainers
76. A process where a piece of metal is heated
prior to change its share or dimensions.
o Fire zone
o Fire trap
o Fire hazard
o Forcing
76. A process where a piece of metal is heated
prior to change its share or dimensions.
o Fire zone
o Fire trap
o Fire hazard
o Forcing
77. A kind of stable explosive compound which
explodes by percussion.
o fulminate
o fire trap
o ember
o fire zone
77. A kind of stable explosive compound which
explodes by percussion.
o fulminate
o fire trap
o ember
o fire zone
78. A cabinet where fire hoses, valves and
other equipment are stored and arranged for
firefighting.
o Hose box
o Hose reel
o Fire cabinet
o Fire box
78. A cabinet where fire hoses, valves and
other equipment are stored and arranged for
firefighting.
o Hose box
o Hose reel
o Fire cabinet
o Fire box
79. A cylindrical device turning or an axis
around which a fire hose is wound and
connected.
o Hose box
o Hose reel
o Fire cabinet
o Fire box
79. A cylindrical device turning or an axis
around which a fire hose is wound and
connected.
o Hose box
o Hose reel
o Fire cabinet
o Fire box
80. Descriptive of any substance that ignites
spontaneously when exposed to air.
o Pyrophoric
o Fire zone
o Fire trap
o vestibule
80. Descriptive of any substance that ignites
spontaneously when exposed to air.
o Pyrophoric
o Fire zone
o Fire trap
o vestibule
81. A passage hack or antechamber between
the outer doors and the interior parts of a
house or building.
o Fire zones
o Fire trap
o Vestibules
o Fulminate
81. A passage hack or antechamber between
the outer doors and the interior parts of a
house or building.
o Fire zones
o Fire trap
o Vestibules
o Fulminate
82. Areas within which only certain types of
buildings are permitted to be constructed
based on their use or occupancy, type of
construction, and resistance to fire.
o Fire zone
o Fire trap
o Fire point
o vestibules
82. Areas within which only certain types of
buildings are permitted to be constructed
based on their use or occupancy, type of
construction, and resistance to fire.
o Fire zone
o Fire trap
o Fire point
o vestibules
83. It shall not be used for toxic fluids or
oxygen, flammable liquids or gases
aboveground.
o Thermoplastics
o Thermo resins
o Thermosets
o Thermocouple
83. It shall not be used for toxic fluids or
oxygen, flammable liquids or gases
aboveground.
o Thermoplastics
o Thermo resins
o Thermosets
o Thermocouple
84. Pneumatic test pressure shall not be
exceed _____ times design pressure.
o 1.5
o 1.25
o 1.8
o 2.0
84. Pneumatic test pressure shall not be
exceed _____ times design pressure.
o 1.5
o 1.25
o 1.8
o 2.0
85. Plastic pipe with wall thickness less than
of schedule 80 shall not be ____.
o Flanged
o Threaded
o Welded
o Screwed
85. Plastic pipe with wall thickness less than
of schedule 80 shall not be ____.
o Flanged
o Threaded
o Welded
o Screwed
86. It shall not be used above ground in oil or
other flammable liquid service nor in
compressed gas service.

o Cast iron pipe


o Steel pipe
o Copper alloy
o PVC
86. It shall not be used above ground in oil or
other flammable liquid service nor in
compressed gas service.

o Cast iron pipe


o Steel pipe
o Copper alloy
o PVC
87. A highest point in the internal cross-
section of the trap at the lowest part of the
bend.
o Top dip
o Bottom dip
o Low dip
o Crown dip
87. A highest point in the internal cross-
section of the trap at the lowest part of the
bend.
o Top dip
o Bottom dip
o Low dip
o Crown dip
88. Which of the following is not a type of
filtration process for water?
o Diatomaceous earth
o Distillation
o Pressure sand
o Slow sand
88. Which of the following is not a type of
filtration process for water?
o Diatomaceous earth
o Distillation
o Pressure sand
o Slow sand
89. Which joint type is commonly used on
galvanized steel pipe?
o Screwed joint
o Flange joint
o Welded joint
o Solvent cement
89. Which joint type is commonly used on
galvanized steel pipe?
o Screwed joint
o Flange joint
o Welded joint
o Solvent cement
90. Where does air chamber be installed?
o At the valve body
o After the valve
o Before the valve
o Anywhere along the pipe
90. Where does air chamber be installed?
o At the valve body
o After the valve
o Before the valve
o Anywhere along the pipe
91. How is developed length measured?
o Measured along the installed length of pipes
and fittings
o Measured along the length of pipes only
o Length of fittings only
o Total sum of all pipe diameter
91. How is developed length measured?
o Measured along the installed length of pipes
and fittings
o Measured along the length of pipes only
o Length of fittings only
o Total sum of all pipe diameter
92. Which of the following uses the operating
principles of a ball valve?
o Compression faucet
o Along the line valve
o Quick opening valve
o All of these
92. Which of the following uses the operating
principles of a ball valve?
o Compression faucet
o Along the line valve
o Quick opening valve
o All of these
93. Where is the appropriate location of a back
vent?
o At the drain side of a trap
o At the crown weir of a trap
o Just below the flood level rim of a fixture
o At the fixture side of the trap
93. Where is the appropriate location of a back
vent?
o At the drain side of a trap
o At the crown weir of a trap
o Just below the flood level rim of a fixture
o At the fixture side of the trap
94. Which water treatment method is used to
turn hard water into soft water?
o Zeolite process
o Filtration
o Aeration
o Sedimentation
94. Which water treatment method is used to
turn hard water into soft water?
o Zeolite process
o Filtration
o Aeration
o Sedimentation
95. Which of the following specifically
characterize a tapped tee?
o Its barrel is internally threaded
o Both barrel and branch are externally
threaded
o Its branch is externally threaded

o None of these
95. Which of the following specifically
characterize a tapped tee?
o Its barrel is internally threaded
o Both barrel and branch are externally
threaded
o Its branch is externally threaded

o None of these
96. What system of drainage is provided to
allow water to seep through a system of
perforated pipes?
o Seepage pit
o Drainpool
o Building sub-drain
o Subsoil-drain
96. What system of drainage is provided to
allow water to seep through a system of
perforated pipes?
o Seepage pit
o Drainpool
o Building sub-drain
o Subsoil-drain
97. Theoretically, which part of the water and
distribution system pipe is the largest?
o Riser
o Fixture supply pipe
o Building supply pipe
o Fixture branch pipe
97. Theoretically, which part of the water and
distribution system pipe is the largest?
o Riser
o Fixture supply pipe
o Building supply pipe
o Fixture branch pipe
97. Theoretically, which part of the water and
distribution system pipe is the largest?
o Riser
o Fixture supply pipe
o Building supply pipe
o Fixture branch pipe
98. A hose bib is a kind of faucet with?
o Outside thread
o Inside thread
o Flange end
o Welded end
98. A hose bib is a kind of faucet with?
o Outside thread
o Inside thread
o Flange end
o Welded end
98. A hose bib is a kind of faucet with?
o Outside thread
o Inside thread
o Flange end
o Welded end
99. Which type of vent may be connected to a
branch vent?
o Looped vent
o Circuit vent
o Individual vent
o All of these
99. Which type of vent may be connected to a
branch vent?
o Looped vent
o Circuit vent
o Individual vent
o All of these
100. A plumbing unit consists of the following
except:
o Bidet
o Water meter
o Lavatory
o Floor drain
100. A plumbing unit consists of the following
except:
o Bidet
o Water meter
o Lavatory
o Floor drain

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