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901.

Ultrasonic testing is:

A. Mechanical energy with a speed of propagation faster than the speed of sound
B. Sound which has a frequency or pitch above the range of the human ear
C. The science of discontinuity detection using ultrasonic sound
D. Mechanical vibrations below the frequency of human hearing
Answer» C. The science of discontinuity detection using ultrasonic sound
902.

Which of the following cast materials could most likely be successfully ultrasonicallytested?

A. Low carbon steel
B. Stainless steel
C. Iron
D. Pure lead
Answer» B. Stainless steel
903.

The important difference between AC and DC current for magnetic particle testingpurposes is:

A. The skin effect caused by DC adds mobility to the magnetic particles
B. The resulting AC magnetic fields are more difficult to demagnetize
C. The DC magnetic fields are more penetrating
D. The AC magnetic fields are stronger
Answer» D. The AC magnetic fields are stronger
904.

Magnetic particle is a non-destructive examination method used for:

A. Locating surface discontinuities
B. Near surface discontinuities
C. Both a and b
D. Material separation
Answer» D. Material separation
905.

Most commercial ultrasonic testing is performed at frequencies between:

A. 1 MHz and 10 MHz
B. 1 MHz and 100 MHz
C. 10 MHz and 50 MHz
D. 1 MHz and 25 MHz
Answer» E.
906.

A A disadvantage of using a low frequency ultrasonic transducer is:

A. It provides better penetration in most materials
B. It provides poorer penetration in most materials
C. It provides a smaller beam angle and poorer resolving power
D. It provides a larger beam angle and poorer resolving power
Answer» D. It provides a larger beam angle and poorer resolving power
907.

A smooth flat discontinuity whose major plane is not perpendicular to the direction ofsound propagation may be indicated by:

A. An echo amplitude comparable in magnitude to the back surface reflection
B. A complete loss of back surface reflection
C. An echo amplitude larger in magnitude than the back surface reflection
D. All of the above
Answer» C. An echo amplitude larger in magnitude than the back surface reflection
908.

When a mercury vapour black light is inadvertently cut off, approximately how long should it be allowed to cool before attempting to restart?

A. Not required
B. 2 to 3 minutes
C. 5 minutes
D. 10 minutes
Answer» D. 10 minutes
909.

Which exposure factors are recorded in the process of making a step wedge analysis?

A. Voltage and exposure
B. Source-to-film distance and film
C. Film density and materials
D. All of the above
Answer» E.
910.

An oscilloscope display in which the screen base line is adjusted to represent the oneway distance in a test piece is called a:

A. A scan display
B. B scan display
C. C scan display
D. D scan display
Answer» C. C scan display
911.

A magnetic particle build-up from a discontinuity is strongest when the discontinuityis oriented:

A. 180o to the magnetic field
B. 45o to the magnetic field
C. 90o to the magnetic field
D. 90o to the current flow
Answer» D. 90o to the current flow
912.

Y cut crystals produce:

A. Longitudinal waves
B. Shear waves
C. Lamb waves
D. Surface waves
Answer» C. Lamb waves
913.

Which of the following would not be considered a film artifact?

A. Sugar
B. Chemical streaks
C. PI lines
D. Pressure marks
Answer» B. Chemical streaks
914.

A straight, dark line in the centre of the film of a weld cap would probably be:

A. Porosity
B. Undercut
C. Tungsten inclusions
D. A linear crack
Answer» E.
915.

The ‘multi-film’ technique may be used when one radiograph film does not haveenough to produce a satisfactory radiograph of a specimen.

A. Latitude
B. Definition
C. Graininess
D. Activity
Answer» B. Definition
916.

Entry surface resolution is a characteristic of an ultrasonic testing system whichdefines its ability to:

A. Detect discontinuities oriented in a direction parallel to the ultrasonic beam
B. Detect discontinuities located in the center of a forging containing a fine metallurgical structure
C. Detect minute surface scratches
D. Detect discontinuities located just beneath the entry surface in the part being tested
Answer» E.
917.

Which of the following metals must be tested with low halogen sulphur free penetrantmaterials:

A. Copper, silver, gold
B. Nickel based alloys, certain stainless steel materials
C. Steel, iron, aluminium
D. Plastic, wood, paper
Answer» E.
918.

The following precautions must be observed when removing the excess surfacepenetrant with a water wash method using a hose pipe:

A. The wash angle should be at 45o
B. A coarse droplet spray
C. Temperature of water 16 to 43oC
D. Pressure as low as possible not to exceed 50 psi
Answer» C. Temperature of water 16 to 43oC
919.

For direct contact magnetising methods, the magnetic field is oriented in what directionrelative to the current direction?

A. Parallel
B. At 45 degrees
C. At 90 degrees
D. At 180 degrees
Answer» D. At 180 degrees
920.

Which of the following would be detrimental to radiographic image sharpness?

A. Small focal spot
B. Large film focal distance
C. Large object to film distance
D. None of the above
Answer» D. None of the above
921.

Typical frequencies which might be used to perform ultrasonic testing of ferrous andnon-ferrous welds are:

A. 25 to 100 kHz
B. 200 to 5 MHz
C. 1 MHz to 5 MHz
D. 2.25 MHz to 10 MHz
Answer» D. 2.25 MHz to 10 MHz
922.

Higher X ray tube voltages result in:

A. Shorter wavelengths X rays
B. More penetrating X rays
C. Higher intensity X ray beam
D. All of the above
Answer» E.
923.

The particle motion for compression waves is:

A. Parallel to wave propagation
B. Transverse to wave propagation
C. Elliptical
D. Circular
Answer» B. Transverse to wave propagation
924.

Poor contact between lead screens and film is likely to cause:

A. An indistinct or ‘fuzzy’ image
B. A mottled appearance on the film
C. ‘Undercut’ of the test piece image
D. Increased geometric unsharpness
Answer» B. A mottled appearance on the film
925.

The most important factor in limiting radiation exposure is:

A. Time
B. Distance
C. Shielding
D. All of the above
Answer» E.
926.

In immersion testing, verification that the search unit is normal to a flat entry surfaceis indicated by:

A. Maximum reflection from the entry surface
B. Proper wavelength
C. Maximum amplitude of the initial pulse
D. Elimination of water multiples
Answer» B. Proper wavelength
927.

The half-life of Cs-137 is approximately:

A. 74 days
B. 129 days
C. 5.3 years
D. 30.1 years
Answer» E.
928.

The preferred method of application of aqueous wet developer is:

A. Dipping
B. Spraying
C. Brushing
D. All of the above
Answer» E.
929.

One of the most apparent characteristics of a discontinuity echo, as opposed to a nonrelevant indication is:

A. Lack of repeatability
B. Sharp, distinct signal
C. Stable position with fixed transducer position
D. High noise level
Answer» C. Stable position with fixed transducer position
930.

When an ultrasonic beam passes through the interface between two dissimilar materialsat an angle, a new angle of sound travel is formed in the second material due to:

A. Attenuation of ultrasound
B. Transmission of ultrasound
C. Compression of ultrasound
D. Refraction
Answer» E.
931.

A method of compensating for the ‘dead zone’ or near surface resolution problems isto:

A. Inspect all areas of the test piece twice to assure repeatability of indications
B. Re-inspect from the opposite side of the test piece if geometry permits
C. Re-inspect using a higher energy pulse
D. Re-inspect using a higher frequency transducer that does not have a ‘dead
Answer» C. Re-inspect using a higher energy pulse
932.

When a longitudinal wave is incident upon an inclined interface between zero degreesand the first critical angle:

A. The sound beam is totally reflected
B. Only shear waves are produced in the second material
C. Shear waves and longitudinal waves are produced in the second material
D. Only longitudinal waves are produced in the second material
Answer» D. Only longitudinal waves are produced in the second material
933.

Which type of developer should not be used with a visible dye penetrant process?

A. Dry
B. Non-aqueous wet
C. Water soluble
D. Water suspendable
Answer» B. Non-aqueous wet
934.

The average energy of a Cs-137 source is approximately:

A. 60-80 keV
B. 660 keV
C. 400 keV
D. 1.2 MeV
Answer» C. 400 keV
935.

Attenuation is made up of:

A. Diffusion and absorption
B. Scatter and reflection
C. Absorption and scatter
D. Reflection at grain boundaries
Answer» D. Reflection at grain boundaries
936.

Which of the following developers is applied by spray only?

A. Non-aqueous wet
B. Water based wet
C. Dry
D. Dual sensitivity
Answer» B. Water based wet
937.

During immersion ultrasonic testing of pipe or tubing, spurious echoes may be causedby:

A. Dirt on the test piece
B. Grease on the test piece
C. Air bubbles on the test piece
D. All of the above
Answer» E.
938.

The effects of scattered radiation may be lessened by:

A. Using a lead mask around the test piece
B. Using a lead or copper filter between the X ray tube and the test piece
C. Using lead screens
D. All of the above
Answer» E.
939.

When performing a post emulsifiable penetrant test, the test piece does not rinse acceptable clean during normal processing. What should be done?

A. Return the test piece to the emulsifier and repeat the step
B. Increase water temperature and pressure
C. Remove the excess penetrant with solvent remover and process the remainder of the test normally
D. Clean the test piece and re-process through the complete penetrant test process
Answer» E.
940.

When a probe is coupled to a solid, strong surface waves may be produced:

A. If a high frequency probe is used
B. If the probe has only incomplete contact with the surface
C. If the probe is large in diameter
D. None of the above
Answer» E.
941.

The density of the radiograph through the weld area is 3.2 while the density in the basemetal is 2.9. This would probably indicate:

A. Too high a kV was used
B. Too low a kV was used
C. There is excessive weld reinforcement
D. Weld underfill
Answer» E.
942.

The most common biological effect of penetrant materials on personnel is:

A. Burns to the retina of the eye from over exposure to ultraviolet light
B. Skin irritation caused by removal of natural oils from the skin
C. Acute chlorine poisoning
D. No effect
Answer» C. Acute chlorine poisoning
943.

The purpose of adding a wetting agent to an immersion bath is:

A. To make sure the bath is wet
B. To reduce corrosive properties of the bath
C. To eliminate air bubbles in the bath
D. To prevent rust
Answer» D. To prevent rust
944.

Which penetrant process is best suited to high production rates of many small parts?

A. Solvent removable
B. Water washable
C. Post emulsifiable
D. Fluorescent
Answer» C. Post emulsifiable
945.

The three most common modes of sound vibration are:

A. Longitudinal, compressional, and transverse waves
B. Longitudinal, transverse and rayleigh waves
C. Transverse, longitudinal and shear waves
D. Transverse, shear waves and rayleigh waves
Answer» C. Transverse, longitudinal and shear waves
946.

Most significant difference in two X ray beams produced at different mA settings is:

A. Penetrating power
B. Wavelength distribution
C. X ray quality
D. Beam intensity
Answer» E.
947.

The major cause for poor definition is:

A. A source-to-film distance which is too long
B. Screens which are too thin
C. Film graininess
D. Too small a source size
Answer» D. Too small a source size
948.

A radiographic sensitivity level of 2-2T means that:

A. The #2 hole in a #2 penetrameter must be visible on the film
B. The 2T hole in a penetrameter which is 2% of the test piece thickness must be visible on the film
C. The 2T hole in a #2 penetrameter must be visible on the film
D. Two penetrameters which are each 2% of the test piece thickness must be used
Answer» C. The 2T hole in a #2 penetrameter must be visible on the film
949.

How is the wavelength of scattered radiation related to the primary beam?

A. Longer
B. Shorter
C. Same
D. Not related
Answer» B. Shorter
950.

Which of the following types of intensifying screens are used in industrial radiography?

A. Lead
B. Fluorescent
C. Lead oxide
D. All of the above
Answer» B. Fluorescent