24 Questions
What is the purpose of a Yoke vent in a plumbing system?
To connect a soil or waste stack below the floor to an adjacent vent stack
What is the main function of a Vacuum breaker in plumbing?
To prevent backflow by allowing air into the system
What is the correct definition of Domestic Sewage?
Liquid or waterborne waste without industrial contaminants
What is the purpose of an Indirect waste pipe in a plumbing system?
To not directly connect to the building's drainage system
What is a Cesspool used for in a plumbing system?
To collect seepage and allow liquid to seep through sides
What distinguishes a Main/Public sewer from a Private sewer?
Main/Public sewers are controlled by administrative authorities, while Private sewers are privately owned
What is the flow rate in gallons per minute of a fixture unit?
7.5 gallons per minute
Which fixture type is specifically meant for washing the middle part of the body?
Bidet
How many floor drains are included in the plumbing unit standard?
1
What is the minimum number of lavatories in a plumbing unit as per the standards?
1
Which water source runs off over the surface of the ground?
Surface Water
What is the normal force exerted by a homogenous liquid or gas called?
Static Pressure
Pressure Water is defined as:
Pressure due to friction loss
Which of the following sources of water passes through the ground?
Ground Water
What does Residual pressure refer to?
Pressure due to friction loss, head loss, meter loss during MAX
What is the main purpose of a flush tank in plumbing fixtures?
To discharge a predetermined quantity of water for flushing purposes
Which type of pipe is specifically used for conveying liquid waste free from fecal matter?
Soil Stack
What is the purpose of a building subdrain in the drainage system?
To receive subsurface or seepage water only
Which of the following accurately describes a Gate Valve?
A valve where the flow of water is cut off by a circular disk
What is the function of a backwater valve in plumbing?
To prevent reverse flow in a drainage system
What is the main function of a riser in plumbing systems?
To convey potable water from the building supply pipe to fixtures
In plumbing, what does IPS stand for?
Iron Pipe Size
Which pipe material is commonly used for wastewater conveyance?
ABS acrylonitrile butadiene styrene
What is the function of a Ferrule in plumbing fittings?
Ferrule is caulked to an opening to clean or examine a pipe's interior
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