Tools, Equipment, and Trade Practices Flashcards
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Which tool is used to measure whether a surface is perfectly horizontal?
Answer: Level
A level uses a bubble in a liquid-filled vial to determine whether a surface is perfectly horizontal.
What is the purpose of a torque wrench in trade work?
Answer: To tighten fasteners to a specified level of tightness
A torque wrench applies a measured amount of force to a fastener, ensuring it is tightened to the manufacturer's specified torque value.
What does a continuity tester check in electrical work?
Answer: Whether a circuit is complete and current can flow through it
A continuity tester checks whether an electrical path exists between two points, confirming wires, switches, or fuses are intact.
Which type of screwdriver bit is required for a Phillips head screw?
Answer: Cross-shaped (X) bit
Phillips screws have a cross-shaped recess and require a matching cross-shaped (Phillips) driver bit.
What is the primary use of a come-along (hand chain hoist) on a job site?
Answer: To lift or pull heavy loads using mechanical advantage
A come-along uses a chain and ratchet mechanism to provide mechanical advantage for lifting or pulling heavy objects.
Which type of drill bit is best suited for drilling into concrete or masonry?
Answer: Carbide-tipped masonry bit
Carbide-tipped masonry bits are hardened to penetrate concrete, brick, and block without dulling quickly.