API 653 (CB-109)

1. Factors used to determine whether a tank needs cathodic protection should include:

A. The condition of internal lining.

B. The condition of concrete foundation.

C. Data from corrosion surveys.

D. Area groundwater analysis.

Answer: C

2. Repair is defined by API Standard 653 as the work necessary to restore a tank to a condition
that;

A. Meets current construction standards.

B. Is suitable to the owner operator requirements.

C. Is suitable for safe operation.

D. Meets the original construction standards.

Answer:

3. A welder has qualified in the 1G position with a groove weld in plate. The position the welder
is quaffed to weld in it;

A. Horizontal.

B. All.

C. Overhead.

D. Vertical.

Answer:
4. With respect to protective coating inspection, rust spots and blisters are easily found by.

A. Hammer testing.

B. Ultrasonic inspection.

C. Holiday testing.

D. Visual inspection.

Answer:

5. A full hydrostatic test is required when a

A. 20 in (510 mm) nozzle is installed below the design liquid level.

B. 12 in. (300 mm) section of vertical weld joining shell plates is completely ground out a***

C. 10 in. (250 mm) by 10 in. (250 mm) piece of annular plate is replaced.

D. Shell plate is replaced above the design liquid level.

Answer:

6. Crack like flaws in bottom or shell plates should be repaired by.

A. Puddle welding

B. Caking 6 in. (152 mm) in all directions from the flaw.

C. Installing a liner in accordance to manufactures specifications.

D. Chipping grinding, gouging, or burning the flaw out before welding.

Answer:
7. Which of the following foundation materials may lessen tank bottom underside corrosion**

A. Unfilled rock.

B. Sand/clay mixture.

C. Asphalt.

D. Cinders.

Answer:

8. Which NDE methods are used for determining tank bottom plate soil-side corrosion?

UT PT MFL MT

Drag and Drop all that apply

Answer:

9. Penetrations installed using insert plates shall have the butt welds examined by mea***

A. Liquid-penetrant examination.

B. Full radiographic examination.

C. Magnetic-particle examination.

D. Spot radiographic examination.

Answer:
10. A new bottom has been installed in an existing tank. When should the vacuum-box test of
the bottom welds be performed?

A. After visual examination.

B. After the hydrotest has been completed.

C. Before and after the hydrotest.

D. Vacuum-box test is not required.

Answer:

11. For a Tank repair, flange material shall meet the material specifications of:

A. The as-built standard.

B. The current owner/ user standards.

C. API Standard 651.

D. ASME B16.5.

Answer:

12. Distortion of anchor bolls may be an indication of

A. foundation calcining.

B. Elevated temperature.

C. Foundation settlement.

D. Under pressure conditions.

Answer:
13. For optimum coating applications, the temperature of the steel surface should be:

A. At least 20°F (11°C) above MDMT.

B. Per NACE standard practice SP0290.

C. Least 10°F (6°C) above the dew point.

D. Per the manufacturer's application and curing range.

Answer:

14. When a suitability for service evaluation is performed, which of the following changes

is most likely * cause a reduction in the available capacity of a tank?

A. A reduction in the corrosion rate from 0.003 in. (0.076 mm) per year to 0.002 in. (0.051 mm)
per year

B. An increase in the operating temperature from 100°F (40°C) to 350°F (175°C)

C. A reduction in the design specific gravity of the stored product from 0.9 to 0.8

D. An increase in the design metal temperature from 0°F (-18°C) to 100°F (40°C)

Answer:

15. Prior to the application of a lap patch shell repair which of the following examination
methods shall be used to inped for defects in the area to be welded?

A. Magnetic p c particle.

B. Penetrant

C. Ultrasonic

D. Radiographic.

Answer:
16. In May 2005, a risk-based inspection (RBI) assessment was performed on a tank to establish
the next internal inspection. The assessment recommends that the next internal inspection
should be in July 2030. The last internal inspection was in May 2005. The tank has remained in
the same service. The RBI assessment shall be subsequently reviewed no later than

A. May 2015.

B. May 2020.

C. May 2025.

D. May 2030.

Answer:

17. Which type of NDE method is not used to determine bottom plate thickness?

A. Ultrasonic thickness measurements.

B. Magnetic flux leakage examination.

C. Ultrasonic scanning.

D. Real-time radiography.

Answer:

18. Welded-on patch plates are permitted for repairing a portion of tank bottom operating at
atmospheric temperature within the critical zone if the maximum plate is:

thickness for the welded-on patch plate is:

A. 1/4 in. (6 mm).

B. 3/8 in. (10 mm).

C. 7/16 in. (11).

D. 12 in (13 mm).

Answer:
19. The use of weld-on patches is permitted for ping a portion of tank bottoms within the
critical zone which of the following is not allowed?

A. Plate thickness for weld-on patches must not be greater than 0.25 in. (6 mm).

B. Tombstone shaped patch within (150 mm) of the shell with the sides intersecting the shell-
to-bottom joint at approximately 90˚

C. The bottom site under the perimeter of a weld-on patch plate shall be the smaller of one half
the original thickness less the corrosion allowance of the bottom plate or 50% of the lower
shell.

D. Installation a weld-on patch plate by butt-welding to an adjacent existing patch.

Answer:

20. What shall the joint efficiency be for an austenitic stainless-steel storage tank with an
unknown radiography schedule?

A. 0.50

B. 0.65

C. 0.70

D. 0.85

Answer:

21.API RP 575 recommends that pressure gauges used for testing tanks should be calibrated by
using a:

A. Deadweight tester.

B. Manometer.

C. Capillary leak technique.

D. Digital pressure gauge.

Answer:
22. Which one of the following statements is correct regarding tank reconstruction?

A. The vertical weld joints in the shell shall align with the bottom plate weld joints.

B. The vertical weld joints in the shell shall not align with the bottom plate weld joints.

C. All welds, including the existing welds not removed, shall meet the current standard.

D. All new welds stall satisfy the requirements of the original code of construction.

Answer:

23. The selection of welding consumables used in the repair of an aboveground storage

A. Be at the discretion of the welder doing the repair.

B. Conform to ASME Code, Section Vlll.

C. Conform to the applicable AWS classification.

D. Be the responsibility of the inspector.

Answer:

24. For API Standard 650 tanks, the acceptability of welds examined by radiography

shall be judged by which of these codes?

A. ASME Code, Section V.

B. ASME Code Section VIll.

C. ASME Code, Section IX.

D. ASME Code, Section X.

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25. For an existing lank, the projection of the bottom plate beyond the outside toe of the
outside shell-to-bottom fillet weld shall be at least

A. 38 in (3.5mm).

B. 1/2 in. (12.7 mm).

C. 34h (19.1mm).

D. 1 in. (25.4 mm).

Answer:

26.Which of the following types of tank seal uses a metal plate that slides against the tank
shell?

A. Secondary.

B. Liquid Filled

C. Wiper.

D. Mechanical shoe.

Answer:

27. The ngid body Wing of a storage tank is referred to as:

A. Out-of-plane settlement.

B. Uniform settlement.

C. Planar tilt.

D. Differential settlement.

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28. Per AP 653, the qualification requirements for an examiner performing visual examinations
shall be per

A. ASNT Level I.
B. API 650.
C. ASNT Level II.
D. ASME Code, Section Article 9.

Answer:

29. Which of the following is an accurate statement regarding the repair of an external floating
roof?

A. The tool repairs must comply with the requirements of Appendix H of API Standard 650.

B. Any method of repair is acceptable that will restore the roof to a condition enabling it to
perform as required.

C. The roof must be restored to its original condition.

D. The method of repair must be approved by the owner/user.

Answer:

30. What is the minimum bottom-plate thickness allowed by API Standard 653 for an**** no
means for detection and containment of a bottom leak?

A. 0.050 in.

B. 0.100 in.

C. 0.125 in.

D. 0.250 in.

Answer:
31. Once section is being replaced, the replacement shell plate thickness shall not be less than
the greatest nominal thickness of any adjoining plate in the same course except when the:

A. Section is 12 in (305 m) away from any welded joint.

B. Replacement section is in the top shell course.

C. Adjoining plate is a thickened inset plate.

D. Replacement plate is thicker than 1 in. (25.4 mm).

Answer:

32. All new material used for repair, alteration, or reconstruction shall conform to***

A. The current applicable tank standard.

B. Good engineering practice.

C. The as-built standard.

D. The API standard for the year of construction.

Answer:

33. Tank weld used in the assembly of vertical joints in tank shells need not be removed if the;

A. vertical weld joints in the shell are not aligned with the weld joints in the bottom plates.

B. joints are welded by the submerged arc process, are sound, and are thoroughly fused into
the subsequently applied weld beads.

C. crack welds are made by qualified welders, in accordance with procedures outlined in section
IX of the ASME Code.

D. joints are welded manually and are thoroughly cleaned of all welding slag.

Answer:
34. ** ness measurements are required on the tank shell. How many thickness readings******
should be taken?

A. A vertical series of readings every 30ft. of tank perimeter.

B. Inspection agency inspector recommendations.

C. Based on owner operator judgment.

D. A minimum of one UT reading for every shell plate.

Answer:

35. ***** on required to complete the nameplate as required by the as built standard is not
available, an Assessment Nameplate' may be attached under the direction of the

A. Inspector organization.

B. Tank design engineer.

C. Owner-user.

D. Authorized inspector.

Answer:

36. All tanks shall be given an external inspection at the lesser of 5 years or;

A. 1/4 she corrosion rate life.

B. 1/2 shell corrosion rate life.

C. 1/4 bottom corrosion rate life.

D. 1/2 bottom corrosion rate life.

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37. What is the definition of remaining corrosion allowance (RCA)?

A. The average of the measured shell thickness and the minimum required thickness.

B. The average of the measured shell thickness and the maximum required thickness.

C. The difference between the average shell thickness and the maximum required thickness.

D. The difference between the measured shell thickness and the minimum required thickness.

Answer:

38. Reinforced thick-film lining:

A. Cannot be used to restore heavily corroded floor.

B. Can be used to restore pitted lank floor.

C. Cannot be used to restore pitted tank floor.

D. Can only be used to restore heavily corroded tank floor.

Answer:

39. ***wa shell thickness of 3/8 in. (9.525 mm) with no corrosion allowance, an isolated p***
0.180 in. (4.572 mm) deep is detected and:

A. Must be evaluated by an engineer.

B. Must be filled with weld metal.

C. Must be cut out and flush patched.

D. Is acceptable without repair.

Answer:
40. A steel floating roof on a tank that stores an intermediate product at a temperature of
220°F (104°C) has numerous holidays and breaks in the paint coating. Which of the following
statements is most correct?

A. The rate of corrosion will be accelerated at the break.

B. Grounding straps that electrically connect the roof to the tank shell will prevent any
problems.

C. The temperature of the product is warm enough to eliminate concern about

corrosion due to moisture on the roof.

D. Exposure to the hot product will cause the paint system to pop off the roof.

Answer:

41.What is a major reason for inspecting tanks?

A. Finding and measuring the extent of corrosion.

B. Documenting atmospheric conditions to inhibit corrosive activity.

C. Evaluating foundation settlement to develop out-of-plane deflection.

D. Exposing process upsets and associated damage.

Answer:

42. Before decision is made regarding the method for repairing a new lining the extent of any
failure may be best deserted by;

A. A visual examination.

B. Holiday testing.

C. A magnetic fur leakage examination.

D. Lining thickness measurement.

Answer:
43. Causes corrosion cracking can effectively be prevented by;

A. Maintaining the equipment at a temperature above the boiling point of water for the given
system pressure.

B. Replacing carbon steel material with 300 series stainless steel.

C. Immediately steam cleaning piping or equipment when a unit is shut down.

D. Means of a stress-relieving heat treatment.

Answer:

44. According to API Standard 653, an internal inspection is not required if.

A. There is extremal access to the tank bottom.

B. The product will solidify if it leaks.

C. The tank bottom is lined with FRP coating.

D. The authorized inspector does not require an internal inspection.

Answer:

45.Factors used to determine whether a tank needs external cathodic protection should
include:

A. The condition of internal lining.

B. The condition of concrete foundation.

C. Data from corrosion surveys.

D. Area groundwater analysis.

Answer:
46. Which of the lowing is an advantage of a sacrificial anode cathode protection system?

***;*****

A. Capable of a variable me

B. No electrical power supply required

C. Applicate to and any soil resistivity

D. Preferable for potential large book is

Answer:

47. In order to calculate bottom plate corrosion rates, the inspector must check

previous tank inspection reports to obtain information on:

A. Calculated remaining life.

B. Past calculated corrosion rate.

C. Maximum depth of widely scattered pits.

D. Minimum thicknesses and dates of measurements.

Answer:

48. When inspecting an insulated lank how much insulation must be removed?

A. All insulation around flush-type cleanouts, manway nozzles, and all inlet and outlet

nozzles.

B. Only to the extent necessary to determine the condition of the exterior wall of the tank.

C. 14 (0.30m) around flush type cleanouts and manway nozzles.

D. One square foot (0.29 sq mi at the junction of each horizontal and vertical seam.

Answer:
49. When pitting is found on a tank bottom in the critical zones, the pitted area can be repaired
if the pit dimension along an arc parallel to the shell to-bottom joint does not exceed

A. 2-in (50.8-mm) in an 8-in. (203.2-mm) length

B. 2-in (50.8-mm) in a 9-in. (228.6- mm) length.

C. 2-in (50.8mm) in a 10-in (254-mm) length.

D. 3-in (76.2mm) in an Bin (2032-mm) length.

Answer:

50. An inspector has determined that repairs are necessary to maintain the integrity of a tank
until the next inspection. The responsibility of establishing the repair scope, timing for repairs,
and monitoring activities is that of the:

A. owner/operator.

B. Authorized inspector.

C. Repair organization.

D. Owner/operator, authorized inspector, and repair organization jointly.

Answer:

51. The recommended procedure for assessing the risk of failure due to brittle fracture

is based on:

A. Decision-tree analysis of appropriate factors.

B. The inspector's professional judgment.

C. Compliance with toughness requirements.

D. Visual surface inspection for cracks.

Answer:
52. When a lap-welded patch plate is used to repair a tank shell away from the tank bottom,
the repair plate may cross any butt-welded vertical or horizontal shell seams that have been
ground flush, but must overlap a minimum of

A. 2 in, beyond the shell seam.

B. 3 in. beyond the shell seam.

C. 6 in. beyond the shell seam.

D. 12 in. beyond the vertical shell seam.

Answer:

53. When determining the requirement for post weld heat treatment (PWHT), the material
nominal dress is

A. The calculated thickness.

B. The ordered thickness, including any corrosion allowance.

C. The minimum required thickness.

D. The ordered tidiness, excluding any corrosion allowance.

Answer:

54. In a similar service assessment. If the year of erection for two tanks being compared does
not match:

A. The two tanks must be erected to the same edition of the construction standard.

B. The difference in corrosion allowance of the tanks must be considered in the remaining life
calculations.

C. The candidate tank must utilize a suitable lining to prevent corrosion on the product side.

D. The difference in ages of the tanks must be considered in the corrosion rate calculations.

Answer:
55. What is the minimum film density for radiographs made with a gamma-ray source?

A. 1. 3

B. 1.8

C. 2.0

D. 4.0

Answer:

56. Tank foundation concrete pads, ring walls, and piers that show evidence of spalling,
structural cracks, or general deterioration shall be repaired to prevent water from entering the
concrete structure and:

A. Exposing the reinforcing steel.

B. Causing concrete leaching.

C. Corroding the reinforcing steel.

D. Corroding the concrete.

Answer:

57. What lasting is required on steel used in the shell and in bottom plates welded to the shell,
identification is unknown?

A. Chemical analysis and mechanical test on each individual plate, including Charpy.

B. Testing to show minimum risk of brittle fracture, as required in API Standard 653.

C. Chemical analysis and mechanical test, to meet requirements in the original standard of
construction.

D. Chemical analysis and mechanical test, to satisfy the requirements in API RP 577.

Answer:
58. Which of the flowing is an acceptable permanent repair for a carbon steel internal floating
roof with a leaking pontoon?

A. Application of an adhesive fiber patch.

B. An approved caulking material.

C. A foam filled pontoon.

D. Welded patch plate.

Answer:

59. What is the projected service life of a tank for which the minimum shell thickness suitable
for continued operation is 0.510 in. (12.95 mm), the minimum measured thickness is 0.590 in.
(15.00mm), and the corrosion rate is 0.015 in. (0.38 mm) per year?

A. 3 years.

B. 5 years.

C. 20 years.

D. 34 years.

Answer:

60. Of the four types of inspection listed in API Standard 653, which may be performed by
noncertified inspection personnel;

A. External inspection

B. Routine in-service inspection.

C. Routine thickness measurement.

D. External ultrasonic inspection.

Answer:
61. The roof rim plate shall be replaced when the thickness is less than:

A. 0.10 in.

B. 0.125 in.

C. 015 in.

D. 0.1825 in.

Answer:

62. What are the three parts of a weldment?

A. Root pass passes, and weld cap.

B. Base material heal affected, and weld metal.

C. Weld metal fusion line and heat affected zone.

D. Weld meal heat-affected zone, residual stress affected.

Answer:

63. ****-magnetism is left in a part that has had magnetic-particle testing of the ro

A. Residual magnets will cause porosity in the weld-out of the joint.

B. Magnetic fed may affect the physical properties of the final weldment.

C. Magnetic field may deflect the weld arc and make it difficult to control.

D. residual magnets will cause difficulty for magnetic-particle or eddy-current testing of

the pass.

Answer:
64. If residual magnetism is left in a part that has had magnetic particle testing of the***

A. Residual magnets will cause porosity in the weld-out of the joint.

B. Magnetic field may affect the physical properties of the final weldment

C. Magnetic field may deflect the weld arc and make & difficult to control.

D. Residual magnetism will cause difficulty for magnetic particle or eddy-cument testing of the
ca** pass.

Answer:

65. For radiographic testing, the densitometer should be calibrated by which of the following
methods?

A. Using a calibrated step wedge film.

B. Per ASME SE 1165.

C. Using a direct reading dosimeter (DRD).

D. Using a film-side location marker.

Answer:

66. How are wire type (IQIs most often placed in relation to the weld?

A. Al the end of the area of interest.

B. Parallel to the center line of the weld.

C. At 45° angles to the center line of the weld.

D. Perpendicular to the center line of the weld.

Answer:
67. A change from one welding process to another welding process is defined as a/an***

A. Nonessential variable and requires requalification.

B. Nonessential variable and does not require requalification.

C. Essential variable and requires requalification.

D. Essential variable and does not require requalification.

Answer:

68. ***** determines that a tank has 28 mils available for corrosion and rate of 2 mils per year.
In this case, the maximum allowable interval before the next in-service UT inspection is

A. 7 years.

B. 14 years.

C. 15 years.

D. 20 years.

Answer:

69. Which of the following is required for an acceptable API 653 repair weld?

A. A radiograph with the letter "R"

B. A radiograph with a dark letter "B" on a light background

C. A radiograph with the letters "RW

D. A radiograph with the letters "FR"

Answer:
70. ****mer of elevation measurement points before a hydrostatic test is calculated dividing
the tank diameter by:

A. 4.

B. 8.

C. 10.

D. 32.

Answer:

71. When a lap-welded patch plate is used to repair a lank shell away from the tank bottom, all
comers shall have a minimum radius of;

A. 1/2 in. (13 mm).

B. 1in (25mm).

C. 2 in (50mm).

D. 6 in (150 mm).

Answer:

72. When an internal inspection is required society for the purpose of determining the
condition and integrity of the tank bottom, the internal inspection may be.

A. Done only by emptying the tank and performing an internal inspection

B. Accomplished using in-service ultrasonic robotic thickness measurements.

C. Waived if leakage is not detected around the tank bottom periphery.

D. Waved only if the bottom plate extension shows no significant corrosion.

Answer:
73. An settlement survey prior to the first hydrostatic test.

A. Provides base readings for future settlement evaluation.

B. Provides a base for assuming that the tank is initially level.

C. Can be used to determine the future settlement survey intervals.

D. Cannot be the base for future settlement evaluation.

Answer:

74. For tank alterations, which of the following methods shall be used to examine

completed nozzle neck-to-shell welds, and reinforcing plate to shell and to nozzle neck?

A. Magnetic-particle or liquid-penetrant.

B. Radiographic and magnetic-particle.

C. Visual and ultrasonic.

D. Hydrostatic, followed by visual.

Answer:

75. Most floating-roof tanks are equipped with guides or stabilizers to prevent

A. Rotation.

B. sinking.

C. Tipping.

D. Wiper damage to the shell.

Answer:
76. The venting capacity of a flame arrester can be affected by;

A. liquid level in the tank.

B. Volume of vapor space.

C. Changes in atmospheric temperature.

D. Solidification of vapors from the stored products.

Answer:

77. When a magnetic fur leakage (MFL) tool is used for determining tank bottom plate soil side
corrosion, which technique is often used to confirm and further quantity data obtained?

A. Acoustic (AE)

B. Guided Wave GNUT

C. Eddy Current (EC)

D. Ultrasonic (UT)

Answer:

78. E6010, E7018, E3018, and ERTOS are all examples of

A. P-number assignment of filler metals.

B. F-number classification offer metals.

C. A-number classifications of filer metals.

D.AWS classification numbers of filler metals.

Answer:
79. The act of penetrating a thin component with the welding arc while in-service welding is
called:

A. Excessive penetration

B. Bun-through

C. Arc blow.

D. Melt down.

Answer:

80.Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion (MIC) is usually found in.

A. Environments with pH above 13

B. Environments with temperatures below 0°F (-18°C)

C. Hydrocarbon environments

D. Aqueous environments.

Answer:

81. Mamun but of plane settlement of a tank during hydrostatic testing may be calculated from
the formula given in Appendix 8 of AP Standard 653 or;

A. The engineer or owner operator can elect not to require settlement readings.

B. A more rigorous evaluation may be performed.

C. The inspector can wave the hydrostatic ast the expected sediment is deemed excessive.

D. Additional settlement points can be located and measured around the shell.

Answer:
82. Uniform settlement can cause problems with the tank's:

A. Peaking and banding.

B. Bottom-to-shell junction weld.

C. Piping and attachments.

D. floor sumps.

Answer:

83. Hot taps are not permitted:

A. Within 10 in (254 mm) of a vertical joint

B. Within 8 in (200 mm) of a circumferential joint.

C. In the bottom shell course,

D. On the roof of a tank.

Answer:

84. What is the maximum interval for a formal visual external inspection of a tank that has a
diameter of 75 ft (22.9 m), a shell corrosion rate of 2 mills (0.05 mm) per year, and a corrosion
allowance of 1/16 in. (1.59mm).

A. 5 years.

B. 7.8 years.

C. 20 years.

D. 31 years.

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85. With regard to the shell-to-bottom weld, a correct statement is that:

A. The weld must be radiographed.

B. Small cracks may be disregarded a diesel test is negative.

C. All cracks stall be removed.

D. All flaws must be evaluated against the acceptance criteria of ASME Code, Section IX.

Answer:

86. During an in-service tank inspection, existing weld reinforcement in excess of that allowed
by API Standard 660 is;

A. Not an inspection issue unless it is greater than 0.125 in. (3mm).

B. Acceptable provided service history is satisfactory.

C. Rejectable and requires contour grinding to meet the requirements of API Standard 650

D. Acceptable I not in excess of 1.5 times the requirements of API Standard 650.

Answer:

87. Prior to the energizing of a new cathodic protection system, measurements should be
conducted for;

A. Rectifier DC volts/ amperes.

B. Structure-to-soil potential.

C. Structure-to-structure potential.

D. Anode potential.

Answer:
88. Insert plates designed for integral reinforcement and with tapers shall match the shell- plate
thickness using a recommended taper of;

A. 1:2.

B. 1.3.

C. 1:4.

D. 1:5.

Answer:

89. Tests conducted to quality a WPS are documented by the POR Responsibility for these tests
rests with:

A. The organization performing the welding.

B. The authorized inspector.

C. An independent testing laboratory.

D. The tank owner/operator.

Answer:

90. According to API RP 652, sulfate-reducing bacteria that can cause accelerated pitting of tank
bottoms are most likely to be found when:

A. The tank rests on crushed rock.

B. local anaerobic conditions exist.

C. The cathodic protection system maintenance is inadequate

D. Tanks have bottom linings installed.

Answer:
91. Internal corrosion in the vapor space above the liquid level of crude all or petroleum
products is most commonly caused by which of the following vapors or combinations?

A. Hydrogen sulfide, water, and oxygen.

B. Hydrogen bisulfide, water, and salt deposits.

C. Sodium chloride, nude residuals, and oxygen.

D. Hydrochloric and phosphoric acid, and oxygen.

Answer:

92. When a tank is out of service, internal inspections of the shell can be substituted for a
program of;

A. Hydrostatic testing.

B. External visual inspections.

C. Routine in-service inspections.

D. External ultrasonic thickness measurements.

Answer:

93. For supported come roots, the minimum thickness of new roof plates-exclusive of any
corrosion allowance specified, and when no live loads in excess of 25 b (1.2 kPa) have been
specified ** be

A. 3/16 in (4.76 mm).

B. 7/32 (556).

C. 1/4 in. (6.35mm).

D. 3/8 in (9.56 mm).

Answer:
94. Pyrophoric compounds are hazardous when:

A. In the presence of H2S.

B. They are wet.

C. They are dry.

D. Oil saturated,

Answer:

95. The current edition standard that applies a tank were built today is called the

A. Current Construction Standard.

B. Current Applicable Standard.

C. Original Construction Standard.

D. Original Standard-Current Version.

Answer:

96. Which of the following should be performed on new or altered reinforcing plates of shell
penetrations****

A. Liquid penetrant examination.

B. Air leak test.

C. Ultrasonic examination.

D. Magnetic particle est.

Answer:
97. For radiographic testing the densitometer should be calibrated by which of the following
methods?

A. Using a calibrated step wedge film.

B. Per ASME SE 1165.

C. Using a dined reading dosimeter (DRD).

D. Using a film-side location marker.

Answer:

98. The principal advantage of applying thin-film lining systems rather than applying thick-film
coating systems is;

A. Applicability to pits.

B. Better protection when the tank is new.

C. Applicability to rough surfaces.

D. Lower cost and ease of application.

Answer:

99. Which of the following is liquid penetrant testing capable of detecting?

A. Surface-connecting discontinuities in ferrous and non-ferrous alloys.

B. Surface-connecting discontinuities and can accurately determine their depth.

C. Surface and subsurface discontinuities in ferrous and nonferrous alloys.

D. Subsurface defects in materials having a high residual magnetic field.

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100. Upon completion, the roof of a tank not designed to be gas tight, such as a tank with
peripheral circulation vents or a tank with free or open vents, shall receive:

A. An internal air test with the vents sealed.

B. A vacuum box test of all of the welds on the roof.

C. Either magnetic-particle testing or penetrant testing of all welds in the roof.

D. only visual inspection of its weld joints, unless otherwise specified by the Purchaser.

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101. Bottom side corrosion of the lank floor can be caused by which of the following?

A. Improperly sealed ring wall.

B. Water content in the stored product.

C. Soil with a pH of 7.

D. Type of product stored.

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102. When should the next extremal inspection be held?

A. 4.8 years.

B. 5.0 years.

C. 7.6 years.

D. 19.7 years.

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103. Who is responsible for specifying the requirement for release prevention barriers

on aboveground storage tanks?

A. Inspector.

B. Engineer.

C. Manufacturer.

D. Purchaser.

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104. A above ground storage tank has been put back in-service after a formal internal
inspection which completed in Apr 2O21. During the formal internal inspection, the measured
shell thickness, minimum required thickness, and corrosion rate was determined for each shell
course. The results are in the table below.

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105. What entity determines false calls should be addressed in the tank bottom scanner
qualification process?

A. The authorized inspection agency.

B. The third-party qualification company.

C. The owner/operator.

D. The API 653 inspector.

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106. A tank is least likely to corrode under thermal insulation at;

A. Insulation support angles.

B. The side most exposed to the sun.

C. The area around the nozzles.

D. The bottom of the shell.

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107.Who is responsible for conducting or supervising the internal inspections and assuring the
quality and completeness of the nondestructive examination (NDE) results?

A. Authorized inspector.

B. Inspection organization.

C. Repair organization.

D. Storage tank engineer.

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108. Who must review and approve hydrostatic testing exemptions for major repairs?

A. The authorized operator and the owner operator.

B. An experienced storage tank engineer and the authorized inspector.

C. The authorized inspector and the jurisdiction.

D. An experienced storage tank engineer and the owner operator.

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109. ASME BPVC Section V specifies that liquid penetrant testing shall be performed in
accordance with***

A. Article 2.

B. A written procedure.

C. A company specification.

D. The manufacturer's recommendations

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