Indiana FFA Welding CDE Question Bank
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What is the output characteristic of a welder with relatively low voltage?

  • Variable amperage
  • Low amperage
  • High voltage
  • High amperage (correct)

    • What should be used to extinguish burning clothes on a human during welding?

  • Sand
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Water
  • Fire blanket (correct)

    • Which electrode type is generally considered most versatile for stick welding?

  • E6010
  • E6013
  • E6011 (correct)
  • E7018

    • What is the best electrode size for most welding tasks in agricultural mechanics?

    <p>1/8 inch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option is not typically considered a safety item in the welding process?

    <p>Spare electrodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate temperature of the electric welding arc?

    <p>9000 degrees F</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct arc length when performing welding?

    <p>1/8 inch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which material is most suitable for welding tables?

    <p>Metal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum percentage of chromium required for stainless steels?

    <p>12%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process involves adding carbon to the surface of a steel to increase its hardness?

    <p>Pack carburizing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function is NOT performed by the flux coating of a SMAW electrode?

    <p>Conducting electricity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of flux in the welding process?

    <p>To remove impurities from the base metal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the lead angle in welding terms?

    <p>The angle between the electrode and the base metal when viewed from the end plane.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which adjustment is least likely to correct the problem of undercutting in arc welding?

    <p>Use longer electrodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes the maximum load a weld can bear before failing?

    <p>Tensile strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which types of fire extinguishers are essential for use in a welding area?

    <p>Class A, B and C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In welding, what is 'slag' primarily composed of?

    <p>Impurities and flux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What essential item is required in a welding area to manage emergencies?

    <p>Fire blanket</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic result of using too low an amperage during arc welding?

    <p>Undercutting will occur.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following metals is typically classified as 'brittle'?

    <p>Cast iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When starting an arc by touching the electrode to metal and raising it, this technique is known as what?

    <p>Tapping method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of welding process is also known as SMAW?

    <p>Stick welding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In welding positions, which position usually allows for easier welding?

    <p>Flat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a tack weld from other types of welds?

    <p>It is a small weld used temporarily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To initiate an arc by dragging the electrode across the metal, which method is utilized?

    <p>Scratch method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes a single layer of filler metal applied during welding?

    <p>Pass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'filler metal' refer to in welding?

    <p>The metal used to join two pieces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The first pass made in a joint during multiple welding passes is called the?

    <p>Root pass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization is responsible for setting codes and standards in the welding industry?

    <p>American Welding Society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which welding process is a flux-coated rod used?

    <p>Stick welding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Another name for a fillet weld is called what?

    <p>'T' weld</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The correct angle for the electrode in stick welding should be?

    <p>10-15 degrees from the vertical position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of a rod that is ideal for welding with a metal similar to the base material?

    <p>Made of a metal similar to the base material.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic describes ductility in metals?

    <p>The ability to be stretched without breaking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What primarily contributes to the heat energy produced across an arc during welding?

    <p>Resistance to current flow across the arc.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of slag on the cooling process of a weld?

    <p>It slows down the cooling speed of the weld.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of welding, which term accurately describes a material that permits the flow of electricity?

    <p>Conductor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two recognized methods for striking an arc in welding?

    <p>Scratching and itching</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization is responsible for the classification of electrodes in welding?

    <p>American Welding Society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can one prevent arc blow during the welding process?

    <p>By turning off the machine and adjusting the ground clamp.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason acetylene must be handled with caution?

    <p>It is flammable, explosive, and compressed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is most effective for detecting gas leaks on the oxyacetylene rig?

    <p>Spraying soapy water on the joints.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When operating oxyacetylene equipment, what does 'bleeding the lines' refer to?

    <p>Removing excess gases from the lines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum angle at which the acetylene cylinder valve should be opened?

    <p>A half turn.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What component regulates the flow of gas in an oxyacetylene rig?

    <p>A regulator.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which flame type is ideal for most heating and cutting tasks using oxyacetylene methods?

    <p>Neutral flame.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What lens shade number is required for helmets used during stick welding?

    <p>No. 10.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'duty cycle' signify for a welder's operational capabilities?

    <p>The percentage of time a welder can use the machine without risk of overheating.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Indiana FFA Welding Career Development Event Question Bank

    • Event: Indiana FFA Welding Career Development Event Question Bank
    • Purpose: Provides a question bank for the event.
    • Key Information: Questions cover various aspects of welding, including techniques, procedures, and safety.

    Welding Question 1

    • Question: If the electrode freezes to the work, what should be done?
    • Options: Increase the amperage, Change the ground terminal, Use a chipping hammer to knock the electrode free, Turn the welding machine off immediately.
    • Correct Answer: Turn the welding machine off immediately

    Welding Question 2

    • Question: How is the proper length of arc judged?
    • Options: The sound of the arc, The appearance of the arc, The appearance of the weld, All of the above.
    • Correct Answer: All of the above

    Welding Question 3

    • Question: What happens if the electrode is moved too quickly during arc welding?
    • Options: A wide bead will result, Not enough metal will be deposited, Excessive weld metal will be used, The bead will be too high.
    • Correct Answer: Not enough metal will be deposited

    Welding Question 4

    • Question: Which is not a recognized welding position?
    • Options: Diagonal, Overhead, Vertical, Horizontal.
    • Correct Answer: Diagonal

    Welding Question 5

    • Question: What is the purpose of flux in welding?
    • Options: Prevents metal from overheating, Prevents welding rod from freezing to the metal, Prevents formation of carbon on the metal, Prevents formation of an oxide on the metal.
    • Correct Answer: Prevents formation of an oxide on the metal

    Welding Question 6

    • Question: Define Straight Polarity
    • Options: Work is positive, electrode is negative; Both work and electrode are positive; Work is negative, electrode is positive; Both work and electrode are negative
    • Correct Answer: Work is positive, electrode is negative

    Welding Question 7

    • Question: When is a second welding pass not necessary?
    • Options: First pass was poor; Joint was ground; Slag removed from the first pass; Slag not removed from the first pass
    • Correct Answer: Slag has been removed from the first pass

    Welding Question 8

    • Question: What is the tensile strength of an E7018 electrode?
    • Options: 3,500 pounds psi, 7,000 pounds psi, 70,000 pounds psi, 701,000 pounds psi
    • Correct Answer: 70,000 pounds psi

    Welding Question 9

    • Question: Define Porosity
    • Options: Non-fused nonmetallic substances in a weld; Gas pockets and voids in the metal; The weld where heat is supplied, A depression in the weld face
    • Correct Answer: Gas pockets and voids in the metal

    Welding Question 10

    • Question: What is the carbon content of mild steel?
    • Options: No carbon content, Low carbon content, Medium carbon content, High carbon content
    • Correct Answer: Low carbon content

    Welding Question 11

    • Question: What is the duty cycle of an arc welder?
    • Options: Electrical requirements of the machine, UL rating of the amperage switch, Continuous operating time in a 10-minute period, Output capacity of the machine.
    • Correct Answer: Continuous operating time in a 10-minute period

    Welding Question 12

    • Question: Which element in steel is undesirable for welding?
    • Options: Carbon, Sulfur, Manganese, Aluminum
    • Correct Answer: Sulfur

    Welding Question 13

    • Question: Which electrode is considered a fast-freeze, deep-penetrating, all-purpose electrode?
    • Options: E-6011, E-6013, E-7014, E-7018
    • Correct Answer: E-7018

    Welding Question 14

    • Question: What is the main concern for a T-fillet weld
    • Options: Vertical, Horizontal, Angular, Diagonal
    • Correct Answer: Angular
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