003b REFRESHER

SANITATION,
PLUMBING, DESIGN &
INSTALLATION
ENGR. ROEL A. ABAO
1. What is the most important reason for
backfilling a trench after pipe installation?
a. Eliminate an eye sore
b. Eliminate a safety hazard if left open
c. Restore the natural appearances of the ground surface
d. Protect the pipe from the movement and breakage
due to backfill load
1. What is the most important reason for
backfilling a trench after pipe installation?
a. Eliminate an eye sore
b. Eliminate a safety hazard if left open
c. Restore the natural appearances of the ground surface
d. Protect the pipe from the movement and breakage
due to backfill load
2. What wall thicknesses are available in copper
tubing for drinking water?
a. A,B,C,D
b. N,O,P,DWV
c. K,L,M, DWV
d. Schedule 40 & 80
2. What wall thicknesses are available in copper
tubing for drinking water?
a. A,B,C,D
b. N,O,P,DWV
c. K,L,M, DWV
d. Schedule 40 & 80
3. Galvanization provides a pipe with what
benefit?
a. Reduces corrosion
b. Makes the pipe easier to bend
c. Increase pipe thickness
d. Increase pipe strength
3. Galvanization provides a pipe with what
benefit?
a. Reduces corrosion
b. Makes the pipe easier to bend
c. Increase pipe thickness
d. Increase pipe strength
4. What fitting joins pipes so they can be taken
apart later?
a. Union
b. Nipple
c. Adapter
d. Coupling
4. What fitting joins pipes so they can be taken
apart later?
a. Union
b. Nipple
c. Adapter
d. Coupling
5. How do street elbows and standard elbows
differ?
a. Standard elbows have male threads
b. Street elbows have recessed threads
c. Standard elbows have tapered threads
d. Street elbows have one female and one male end
5. How do street elbows and standard elbows
differ?
a. Standard elbows have male threads
b. Street elbows have recessed threads
c. Standard elbows have tapered threads
d. Street elbows have one female and one male end
6. How do copper pressure fittings differ from
copper drain, waste, and vent (DWV) fittings?

a. DWV fittings are threaded

b. Pressure fittings are threaded
c. DWV fittings have a short radius sweep
d. Pressure fittings have a deeper solder pocket
6. How do copper pressure fittings differ from
copper drain, waste, and vent (DWV) fittings?

a. DWV fittings are threaded

b. Pressure fittings are threaded
c. DWV fittings have a short radius sweep
d. Pressure fittings have a deeper solder pocket
7. What is the smallest increment on most of
the tape measures in our trade?

a. Sixty-fourth inch
b. Thirty-second inch
c. Sixteenth inch
d. Eighth inch
7. What is the smallest increment on most of
the tape measures in our trade?

a. Sixty-fourth inch
b. Thirty-second inch
c. Sixteenth inch
d. Eighth inch
8. What is the next largest sixteenth-inch
mark after ¾?
a. 15/16ths
b. 13/16ths
c. 10/16ths
d. 9/16ths
8. What is the next largest sixteenth-inch
mark after ¾?
a. 15/16ths
b. 13/16ths
c. 10/16ths
d. 9/16ths
9. What kind of tape measurer can you use to
determine the travel when the offset angle is
known to be 45 degrees?
a. Angle rule
b. Travel rule
c. Standard rule
d. Plumber’s rule
9. What kind of tape measurer can you use to
determine the travel when the offset angle is
known to be 45 degrees?
a. Angle rule
b. Travel rule
c. Standard rule
d. Plumber’s rule
10. How do you determine the center of a
fitting?
a. By reading the branch, then the run
b. By determining the angle of the branch
c. By dividing the length of the fitting by 2
d. By finding where lines drawn through the fitting
intersect
10. How do you determine the center of a
fitting?
a. By reading the branch, then the run
b. By determining the angle of the branch
c. By dividing the length of the fitting by 2
d. By finding where lines drawn through the fitting
intersect
11. An end-to-center measurement is made
from the?
a. Middle of the pipe to end of fitting
b. End of pipe to center of fitting
c. Center of pipe to end of fitting
d. End of face to center of back
11. An end-to-center measurement is made
from the?
a. Middle of the pipe to end of fitting
b. End of pipe to center of fitting
c. Center of pipe to end of fitting
d. End of face to center of back
12. When cutting tubing with a tubing cutter, how
far do you turn the handle after each revolution?

a. 1/8 turn
b. ¼ turn
c. ½ turn
d. 1 full turn
12. When cutting tubing with a tubing cutter, how
far do you turn the handle after each revolution?

a. 1/8 turn
b. ¼ turn
c. ½ turn
d. 1 full turn
13. To remove the burr from inside a piece of
pipe, operate the handle of the reamer with?
a. Short, even, counterclockwise strokes
b. Long, even, counterclockwise strokes
c. Long, even, clockwise strokes
d. Short, even, clockwise strokes
13. To remove the burr from inside a piece of
pipe, operate the handle of the reamer with?
a. Short, even, counterclockwise strokes
b. Long, even, counterclockwise strokes
c. Long, even, clockwise strokes
d. Short, even, clockwise strokes
14. What diameter steel pipe sizes are able to
thread with a nonadjustable ratchet style hand
threader?
a. 1/8 - 2 inches
b. 1/8 - 4 inches
c. ½ - 2 ½ inches
d. ½ - 3 inches
14. What diameter steel pipe sizes are able to
thread with a nonadjustable ratchet style hand
threader?
a. 1/8 - 2 inches
b. 1/8 - 4 inches
c. ½ - 2 ½ inches
d. ½ - 3 inches
15. When threading steel pipe with a hand
threader, how often do you apply oil to the
pipe dies?
a. When the dies squeak
b. Before and after cutting threads
c. Every two or three downward stokes of the die
handle
d. Once, at the halfway point of the threading operation
15. When threading steel pipe with a hand
threader, how often do you apply oil to the
pipe dies?
a. When the dies squeak
b. Before and after cutting threads
c. Every two or three downward stokes of the die
handle
d. Once, at the halfway point of the threading operation
16. What is the purpose of oiling while
threading the steel pipe?
a. Allows the pipe dies to turn freely inside the die
holder
b. Prevents the dies and threads from overheating and
becoming damaged
c. The oil maintains a thin protective coating on the
pipe and prevents flying debris from injuring the user
16. What is the purpose of oiling while
threading the steel pipe?
a. Allows the pipe dies to turn freely inside the die
holder
b. Prevents the dies and threads from overheating and
becoming damaged
c. The oil maintains a thin protective coating on the
pipe and prevents flying debris from injuring the user
17. When threading a fitting on a pipe, what
happens if you overtighten a fitting?
a. Leaks will be stopped completely.
b. The wrench you are using might break.
c. Overall pipe length decreases by 1 inch.
d. The fitting stretches and the joint leaks.
17. When threading a fitting on a pipe, what
happens if you overtighten a fitting?
a. Leaks will be stopped completely.
b. The wrench you are using might break.
c. Overall pipe length decreases by 1 inch.
d. The fitting stretches and the joint leaks.
18. What size pipe wrench do you use on a ¼
inch pipe?

a. 4 inch (100 mm)

b. 8 inch (200 mm)
c. 10 inch (250 mm)
d. 12 inch (300 mm)
18. What size pipe wrench do you use on a ¼
inch pipe?

a. 4 inch (100 mm)

b. 8 inch (200 mm)
c. 10 inch (250 mm)
d. 12 inch (300 mm)
19. What preparation must you make to produce a
good bond between the base metal and the solder
in a copper soldered joint?
a. The solder must be lead free.
b. The pipe must be reamed and cut.
c. The solder must 95/5 solder.
d. The metal surfaces must be perfectly clean at the
joint.
19. What preparation must you make to produce a
good bond between the base metal and the solder
in a copper soldered joint?
a. The solder must be lead free.
b. The pipe must be reamed and cut.
c. The solder must 95/5 solder.
d. The metal surfaces must be perfectly clean at the
joint.
20. How much solder is needed to solder a ½
inch connection?

a. ½ inch
b. ¾ inch
c. 7/8 inch
d. 1 inch
20. How much solder is needed to solder a ½
inch connection?

a. ½ inch
b. ¾ inch
c. 7/8 inch
d. 1 inch
21. When using a lever type tubing bender,
you can make angles up to how many
degrees?
a. 45 degrees
b. 90 degrees
c. 120 degrees
d. 180 degrees
21. When using a lever type tubing bender,
you can make angles up to how many
degrees?
a. 45 degrees
b. 90 degrees
c. 120 degrees
d. 180 degrees
22. What action creates an watertight and
airtight seal on a ferruled joint?

a. Tighten the nut which crimps the ferrule into the

tubing and against the fitting.
b. The capillary action between the components
c. Squeezing the ferrule into the nut
d. The compression of the tapered threads.
22. What action creates an watertight and
airtight seal on a ferruled joint?

a. Tighten the nut which crimps the ferrule into the

tubing and against the fitting.
b. The capillary action between the components
c. Squeezing the ferrule into the nut
d. The compression of the tapered threads.
23. What is one disadvantage of the no-hub
drainage system?

a. No-hub have a tendency to leak.

b. More tools are required to make this type of joint.
c. Support around the pipe may be required.
d. The pipe ends must be reinforced to ensured they do
not crush under pressure.
23. What is one disadvantage of the no-hub
drainage system?

a. No-hub have a tendency to leak.

b. More tools are required to make this type of joint.
c. Support around the pipe may be required.
d. The pipe ends must be reinforced to ensured they do
not crush under pressure.
24. When solvent welding plastic pipe, how
do you insert the pipe into the fitting?
a. Put the pipe halfway into the fitting to allow for
expansion and contraction.
b. Quickly insert the pipe into the fitting with a one-
quarter turning motion.
c. Insert the pipe into the fitting and give the pipe a full
turn.
d. Thread the pipe into the fitting until no threads show.
24. When solvent welding plastic pipe, how
do you insert the pipe into the fitting?
a. Put the pipe halfway into the fitting to allow for
expansion and contraction.
b. Quickly insert the pipe into the fitting with a one-
quarter turning motion.
c. Insert the pipe into the fitting and give the pipe a full
turn.
d. Thread the pipe into the fitting until no threads show.
25. How is large underground plastic pipe
joined?
a. Solvent welding
b. O-ring joints
c. Tig welding
d. Threading
25. How is large underground plastic pipe
joined?
a. Solvent welding
b. O-ring joints
c. Tig welding
d. Threading
26. What are two types of pumps used in
booster stations?
a. Deep well and split case
b. Booster and clear well
c. Split case and booster
d. Recirculating and clear well
26. What are two types of pumps used in
booster stations?
a. Deep well and split case
b. Booster and clear well
c. Split case and booster
d. Recirculating and clear well
27. What is the reason we use elevated
storage tanks in water systems?

a. Because of emergency water requirements

b. Elevated storage tanks provide cheap pressure
c. Ground tanks are for firefighting purposes only
d. Elevated tanks last longer than ground storage tanks.
27. What is the reason we use elevated
storage tanks in water systems?

a. Because of emergency water requirements

b. Elevated storage tanks provide cheap pressure
c. Ground tanks are for firefighting purposes only
d. Elevated tanks last longer than ground storage tanks.
28. What element of a water meter translates
the action of the water flow?
a. Primary
b. Secondary
c. Tertiary
d. Head area
28. What element of a water meter translates
the action of the water flow?
a. Primary
b. Secondary
c. Tertiary
d. Head area
29. What is the minimum burial depth for
water mains under roads?
a. 2 feet (0.6 m)
b. 3 feet (0.9 m)
c. 4 feet (1.2 m)
d. 5 feet (1.5 m)
29. What is the minimum burial depth for
water mains under roads?
a. 2 feet (0.6 m)
b. 3 feet (0.9 m)
c. 4 feet (1.2 m)
d. 5 feet (1.5 m)
30. What is the part of the water distribution
system main and extends into the building?
a. Water mains
b. Distribution mains
c. Water service lines
d. Lateral water mains
30. What is the part of the water distribution
system main and extends into the building?
a. Water mains
b. Distribution mains
c. Water service lines
d. Lateral water mains
31. Before a new water main is put into
service it must be?

a. Cured and tested

b. Tested and leveled
c. Leveled and disinfected
d. Tested and disinfected
31. Before a new water main is put into
service it must be?

a. Cured and tested

b. Tested and leveled
c. Leveled and disinfected
d. Tested and disinfected
32. A kind of cleanout plugs that will be installed
in case where raised heads may cause hazards to
passing personnel or vehicles.
a. Countersunk
b. Recessed
c. Embedded
d. Depressed
32. A kind of cleanout plugs that will be installed
in case where raised heads may cause hazards to
passing personnel or vehicles.
a. Countersunk
b. Recessed
c. Embedded
d. Depressed
33. If the water level in a fire hydrant barrel
rises after the hydrant is shut off, then?
a. The weep hole is plugged.
b. The main valve is leaking.
c. There is a loose packing gland.
d. There is too much residual pressure.
33. If the water level in a fire hydrant barrel
rises after the hydrant is shut off, then?
a. The weep hole is plugged.
b. The main valve is leaking.
c. There is a loose packing gland.
d. There is too much residual pressure.
34. What is the normal operating pressure of
a water distribution system?
a. 5 to 10 psi
b. 10 to 20 psi
c. 40 to 75 psi
d. 100 to 200 psi
34. What is the normal operating pressure of
a water distribution system?
a. 5 to 10 psi
b. 10 to 20 psi
c. 40 to 75 psi
d. 100 to 200 psi
35. Which instrument is used to measure
velocity flow from a fire hydrant?
a. Pitot tube
b. Vacuum gauge
c. Pressure gauge
d. Hydrant gauge assembly
35. Which instrument is used to measure
velocity flow from a fire hydrant?
a. Pitot tube
b. Vacuum gauge
c. Pressure gauge
d. Hydrant gauge assembly
36. After you have taken all the hydrant
readings, you should shut down the hydrants
slowly to?
a. Decrease flushing time
b. Prevent surges in pressure
c. Increase flushing time
d. Increase the pressure throughout the system
36. After you have taken all the hydrant
readings, you should shut down the hydrants
slowly to?
a. Decrease flushing time
b. Prevent surges in pressure
c. Increase flushing time
d. Increase the pressure throughout the system
37. One of the factors to consider when sizing
the supply for a building is type of?

a. Fixture style
b. Flush devices
c. Service mains
d. Supply piping
37. One of the factors to consider when sizing
the supply for a building is type of?

a. Fixture style
b. Flush devices
c. Service mains
d. Supply piping
38. To solder copper joints in a water
distribution piping, you must not use solder
containing?
a. Less than 0.2 percent lead
b. More than 0.2 percent lead
c. Less than 0.2 percent antimony
d. More than 0.2 percent antimony
38. To solder copper joints in a water
distribution piping, you must not use solder
containing?
a. Less than 0.2 percent lead
b. More than 0.2 percent lead
c. Less than 0.2 percent antimony
d. More than 0.2 percent antimony
39. How are the building water distribution
branch lines normally installed?
a. Horizontally, with a slight grade toward the shutoff
valve
b. Horizontally, with a slight grade toward the point of
use
c. Vertically, with a slight grade toward the shutoff
valve
d. Vertically, with a slight grade toward the point of use.
39. How are the building water distribution
branch lines normally installed?
a. Horizontally, with a slight grade toward the shutoff
valve
b. Horizontally, with a slight grade toward the point of
use
c. Vertically, with a slight grade toward the shutoff
valve
d. Vertically, with a slight grade toward the point of use.
40. What device do you install in a building
distribution system to correct a water hammer
problem?
a. Vertical air chamber
b. Horizontal air chamber
c. Vertical expansion fitting
d. Horizontal expansion fitting
40. What device do you install in a building
distribution system to correct a water hammer
problem?
a. Vertical air chamber
b. Horizontal air chamber
c. Vertical expansion fitting
d. Horizontal expansion fitting
41. The first step in the rough-in of fixtures is
to locate the?

a. Main stack opening

b. Vertical trap position
c. Sewer and water line locations
d. Exact position of the opening for each fixture
41. The first step in the rough-in of fixtures is
to locate the?

a. Main stack opening

b. Vertical trap position
c. Sewer and water line locations
d. Exact position of the opening for each fixture
42. Where on the studs should you cut holes
for water supply lines?
a. Top
b. Bottom
c. Center
d. Corner
42. Where on the studs should you cut holes
for water supply lines?
a. Top
b. Bottom
c. Center
d. Corner
43. To reinforce a structural beam that has
been undercut?
a. Wedge a block in the notch and nail it in place
b. Toenail four nails at angles to hold the pipe securely
in place
c. Cover the opening with a half-inch wooden strip and
nail it in place
d. Place a strap iron brace across the notch and fasten it
with lag screws
43. To reinforce a structural beam that has
been undercut?
a. Wedge a block in the notch and nail it in place
b. Toenail four nails at angles to hold the pipe securely
in place
c. Cover the opening with a half-inch wooden strip and
nail it in place
d. Place a strap iron brace across the notch and fasten it
with lag screws
44. When hanging steel pipe, place hangers
no further apart than?

a. 4 feet (1.2 m)
b. 6 feet (1.8 m)
c. 10 feet (3.0 m)
d. 12 feet (3.6 m)
44. When hanging steel pipe, place hangers
no further apart than?

a. 4 feet (1.2 m)
b. 6 feet (1.8 m)
c. 10 feet (3.0 m)
d. 12 feet (3.6 m)
45. How many feet apart should 1 ½ inch
diameter horizontal copper tubing be
supported?
a. 4 feet (1.2 m)
b. 6 feet (1.8 m)
c. 8 feet (2.4 m)
d. 10 feet (3.0 m)
45. How many feet apart should 1 ½ inch
diameter horizontal copper tubing be
supported?
a. 4 feet (1.2 m)
b. 6 feet (1.8 m)
c. 8 feet (2.4 m)
d. 10 feet (3.0 m)
46. Lead pipe and tubing must be supported
vertically every?
a. 4 feet (1.2 m)
b. 6 feet (1.8 m)
c. 8 feet (2.4 m)
d. 10 feet (3.0 m)
46. Lead pipe and tubing must be supported
vertically every?
a. 4 feet (1.2 m)
b. 6 feet (1.8 m)
c. 8 feet (2.4 m)
d. 10 feet (3.0 m)
47. The primary purpose of periodic testing of
water mains of flow and pressure is to ensure
that?
a. Sufficient water is available for fire fighting.
b. The water system can meet the public demands far
water
c. Firefighters know how much water a hydrant can
produce in inches of mercury
d. Firefighters know how many psi the system can
usually provide
47. The primary purpose of periodic testing of
water mains of flow and pressure is to ensure
that?
a. Sufficient water is available for fire fighting.
b. The water system can meet the public demands far
water
c. Firefighters know how much water a hydrant can
produce in inches of mercury
d. Firefighters know how many psi the system can
usually provide
48. Who must be notified anytime a water
main is turned off?
a. Base operation
b. Command post
c. Service call desk
d. Fire department
48. Who must be notified anytime a water
main is turned off?
a. Base operation
b. Command post
c. Service call desk
d. Fire department
49. How many times are pipes in the water
systems tested?
a. Once, after the fixtures are installed.
b. Once, after rough-in is completed.
c. Twice, after rough-in and after fixtures are installed.
d. Twice, after the fixtures are installed and after the
appliances are connected.
49. How many times are pipes in the water
systems tested?
a. Once, after the fixtures are installed.
b. Once, after rough-in is completed.
c. Twice, after rough-in and after fixtures are installed.
d. Twice, after the fixtures are installed and after the
appliances are connected.
50. How much air pressure should you use for
testing piping for leaks?

a. 20 psi
b. 30 psi
c. 40 psi
d. 50 psi
50. How much air pressure should you use for
testing piping for leaks?

a. 20 psi
b. 30 psi
c. 40 psi
d. 50 psi
51. What can you use as a substitute for soapy
water when leak testing pipe during freezing
weather?
a. Pine oil
b. Linseed oil
c. Turpentine
d. Petroleum jelly
51. What can you use as a substitute for soapy
water when leak testing pipe during freezing
weather?
a. Pine oil
b. Linseed oil
c. Turpentine
d. Petroleum jelly
52. When winterizing a system, what is the
first step in draining a water system?

a. Disconnect the unions

b. Close the main shutoff valve
c. Open the highest level faucets
d. Loosen at the lowest connection
52. When winterizing a system, what is the
first step in draining a water system?

a. Disconnect the unions

b. Close the main shutoff valve
c. Open the highest level faucets
d. Loosen at the lowest connection
53. Which antifreeze solution should be your
first choice when you are protecting fixture
traps against freezing?
a. Glycol
b. Alcohol
c. Glycerin
d. Calcium chloride
53. Which antifreeze solution should be your
first choice when you are protecting fixture
traps against freezing?
a. Glycol
b. Alcohol
c. Glycerin
d. Calcium chloride
54. When using a torch to thaw frozen pipes near
wooden structures, you must isolate the area with
a?
a. Wet rag
b. Fire shield
c. Heat shield
d. Bucket of water
54. When using a torch to thaw frozen pipes near
wooden structures, you must isolate the area with
a?
a. Wet rag
b. Fire shield
c. Heat shield
d. Bucket of water
55. The best way to thaw short length of frozen
pipe up to 1 ½ inches in diameter is to use?

a. Torches
b. Electric thawers
c. Hot water and rags
d. Rubber hose and funnel
55. The best way to thaw short length of frozen
pipe up to 1 ½ inches in diameter is to use?

a. Torches
b. Electric thawers
c. Hot water and rags
d. Rubber hose and funnel
56. What is the proper way to tighten bolts on
a full circle clamp?

a. Working from the center out

b. Working from the outside in
c. Tightening every other bolt
d. The tightening sequences doesn’t matter
56. What is the proper way to tighten bolts on
a full circle clamp?

a. Working from the center out

b. Working from the outside in
c. Tightening every other bolt
d. The tightening sequences doesn’t matter
57. What type of repair clamp should be used
as a temporary repair?

a. Unions
b. No hub clamps
c. Compression coupling
d. Emergency pipe clamp
57. What type of repair clamp should be used
as a temporary repair?

a. Unions
b. No hub clamps
c. Compression coupling
d. Emergency pipe clamp
58. When installing a compression coupling,
why do you dig out the area to give you as
much flexibility with the pipes?
a. To allow for easy installation
b. To check if the pipe has shifted
c. To check if the water is shutoff
d. To look for the cause of the break
58. When installing a compression coupling,
why do you dig out the area to give you as
much flexibility with the pipes?
a. To allow for easy installation
b. To check if the pipe has shifted
c. To check if the water is shutoff
d. To look for the cause of the break
59. In which order is a water main
disinfected?
a. Flushing, dosing, flushing, testing
b. Flushing, dosing, testing, flushing
c. Dosing, flushing, testing, flushing
d. Dosing, testing, flushing, testing
59. In which order is a water main
disinfected?
a. Flushing, dosing, flushing, testing
b. Flushing, dosing, testing, flushing
c. Dosing, flushing, testing, flushing
d. Dosing, testing, flushing, testing
60. What is the proper length of time and
velocity for flushing a main?
a. 10 minutes / 0.5 fps
b. 15 minutes / 5.0 fps
c. 20 minutes / 2.5 fps
d. 30 minutes / 2.5 fps
60. What is the proper length of time and
velocity for flushing a main?
a. 10 minutes / 0.5 fps
b. 15 minutes / 5.0 fps
c. 20 minutes / 2.5 fps
d. 30 minutes / 2.5 fps
61. Which disinfection method is preferred on
new water mains because of its simplicity and
ease of use?
a. Sodium hypochlorite tablets
b. Calcium hypochlorite tablets
c. Sodium hypochlorite powder
d. Calcium hypochlorite powder
61. Which disinfection method is preferred on
new water mains because of its simplicity and
ease of use?
a. Sodium hypochlorite tablets
b. Calcium hypochlorite tablets
c. Sodium hypochlorite powder
d. Calcium hypochlorite powder
62. What is the correct chlorine dosage and
contact time for disinfecting a water main?

a. 25 ppm / 24 hrs
b. 25 ppm / 12 hrs
c. 50 ppm / 24 hrs
d. 50 ppm / 12 hrs
62. What is the correct chlorine dosage and
contact time for disinfecting a water main?

a. 25 ppm / 24 hrs
b. 25 ppm / 12 hrs
c. 50 ppm / 24 hrs
d. 50 ppm / 12 hrs
63. What type of drainage system collects
waste from rain and melting snow?
a. Main sewer
b. Storm sewer
c. Industrial sewer
d. Interceptor sewer
63. What type of drainage system collects
waste from rain and melting snow?
a. Main sewer
b. Storm sewer
c. Industrial sewer
d. Interceptor sewer
64. At what intervals are manholes usually
places in sewer mains?

a. 200 to 400 ft
b. 300 to 500 ft
c. 350 to 550 ft
d. 400 to 600 ft
64. At what intervals are manholes usually
places in sewer mains?

a. 200 to 400 ft
b. 300 to 500 ft
c. 350 to 550 ft
d. 400 to 600 ft
65. What may happen if a sewer pipe is laid
with a fall greater than ¼ inch per foot?
a. Reduction in pipe size is required to slow sewage
b. The greater the fall, the better the operation of the
sewer
c. Sewage flow is slowed, causing sewage to settle in
low spots
d. Waste water runs away from solids, eventually
causing stoppages
65. What may happen if a sewer pipe is laid
with a fall greater than ¼ inch per foot?
a. Reduction in pipe size is required to slow sewage
b. The greater the fall, the better the operation of the
sewer
c. Sewage flow is slowed, causing sewage to settle in
low spots
d. Waste water runs away from solids, eventually
causing stoppages
66. What is the desired fall for a 3 inch house
sewer?
a. 1/8 inch / foot
b. ¼ inch / foot
c. ½ inch / foot
d. 1/16 inch / foot
66. What is the desired fall for a 3 inch house
sewer?
a. 1/8 inch / foot
b. ¼ inch / foot
c. ½ inch / foot
d. 1/16 inch / foot
67. The proper fall for a house sewer is
established by?
a. Using proper backfilling procedures
b. Installing the proper shoring in the trench
c. Establishing a grade line then digging the trench to
exactly this line
d. Joining the pipe above ground before you lower it
into the excavation and backfill
67. The proper fall for a house sewer is
established by?
a. Using proper backfilling procedures
b. Installing the proper shoring in the trench
c. Establishing a grade line then digging the trench to
exactly this line
d. Joining the pipe above ground before you lower it
into the excavation and backfill
68. In constructing a sewer main , when
should you backfill the trench?
a. As soon as you install the pipe
b. After you inspect the sewer pipe
c. As soon as the pipe has settled and shifted
d. After you remove all debris from the sewer pipe
68. In constructing a sewer main , when
should you backfill the trench?
a. As soon as you install the pipe
b. After you inspect the sewer pipe
c. As soon as the pipe has settled and shifted
d. After you remove all debris from the sewer pipe
69. It is caused by foreign objects like string
or thread suspended over outlet arm of the
trap.
a. Adhesion
b. Weirs
c. Capillarity action
d. evaporation
69. It is caused by foreign objects like string
or thread suspended over outlet arm of the
trap.
a. Adhesion
b. Weirs
c. Capillarity action
d. evaporation
70. For best results how should you backfill a
trench?
a. Manually backfill and tamp when full
b. Backfill with a backhoe and tamp when full
c. Backfill in layers of not more than 12 inches and
tamp by hand
d. Backfill in layers of not more than 4 in and tamp
with a mechanical tamper
70. For best results how should you backfill a
trench?
a. Manually backfill and tamp when full
b. Backfill with a backhoe and tamp when full
c. Backfill in layers of not more than 12 inches and
tamp by hand
d. Backfill in layers of not more than 4 in and tamp
with a mechanical tamper
71. The building sewer is usually made of
clay tile, cast iron, asbestos cement?
a. Steel pipe
b. Rubber pipe
c. Plastic pipe
d. Galvanized pipe
71. The building sewer is usually made of
clay tile, cast iron, asbestos cement?
a. Steel pipe
b. Rubber pipe
c. Plastic pipe
d. Galvanized pipe
72. What is the name of a short piece of pipe with
a hub at one end and a straight cut or 45 degree
cut on the other end that is used to tap into a sewer
main?
a. Elbow
b. Union
c. Thimble
d. Coupling
72. What is the name of a short piece of pipe with
a hub at one end and a straight cut or 45 degree
cut on the other end that is used to tap into a sewer
main?
a. Elbow
b. Union
c. Thimble
d. Coupling
73. Which type of sewage lift station houses
the pumps and motors in a different
compartment than the one that receives the
wastewater?
a. Dry well
b. Wet well
c. Dry pit
d. Wet pit
73. Which type of sewage lift station houses
the pumps and motors in a different
compartment than the one that receives the
wastewater?
a. Dry well
b. Wet well
c. Dry pit
d. Wet pit
74. What are the two classes of drainage
piping?

a. Soil and waste

b. Soil and plastic
c. Plastic and steel
d. Steel and waste
74. What are the two classes of drainage
piping?

a. Soil and waste

b. Soil and plastic
c. Plastic and steel
d. Steel and waste
75. Which type of drainage piping only
conveys liquids that are free of fecal matter?

a. Soil
b. Waste
c. Vent
d. Traps
75. Which type of drainage piping only
conveys liquids that are free of fecal matter?

a. Soil
b. Waste
c. Vent
d. Traps
76. In a building drainage system, what is the
definition of a stack?
a. Vertical pipe of a system of soil, waste, or vent piping that
extends through one or more stories
b. Horizontal pipe of a system of soil ,waste , or vent piping
that extends through one or more stories
c. Main artery of the venting system to which braches may be
connected used primarily in multistory buildings
d. Pipe that is installed to vent a single fixture trap and which
connects with connects with the vent system and which
connects with the vent system above the fixture served or
terminates in the open air
76. In a building drainage system, what is the
definition of a stack?
a. Vertical pipe of a system of soil, waste, or vent piping that
extends through one or more stories
b. Horizontal pipe of a system of soil ,waste , or vent piping
that extends through one or more stories
c. Main artery of the venting system to which braches may be
connected used primarily in multistory buildings
d. Pipe that is installed to vent a single fixture trap and which
connects with connects with the vent system and which
connects with the vent system above the fixture served or
terminates in the open air
77. How does a soil stack differ from a waste
stack?
a. A soil stack is horizontal piping; whereas, a waste stack is vertical
piping
b. A soil stack is vertical piping; whereas, a waste stack is horizontal
piping
c. A soil stack carries the human fecal discharge of water closets,
urinals, or other similar fixtures to the building drain; whereas, a
waste stack carries waste that is free of fecal matter from all fixtures
d. A waste stack carries the human fecal discharge of water closets,
urinals, or other similar fixtures to the building drain; whereas, a soil
stack carries waste that is free of fecal matter from all fixtures
77. How does a soil stack differ from a waste
stack?
a. A soil stack is horizontal piping; whereas, a waste stack is vertical
piping
b. A soil stack is vertical piping; whereas, a waste stack is horizontal
piping
c. A soil stack carries the human fecal discharge of water closets,
urinals, or other similar fixtures to the building drain; whereas, a
waste stack carries waste that is free of fecal matter from all fixtures
d. A waste stack carries the human fecal discharge of water closets,
urinals, or other similar fixtures to the building drain; whereas, a soil
stack carries waste that is free of fecal matter from all fixtures
78. What is used to determine the size of the
stack after the fixture unit values have been
totaled?
a. Fixture chart
b. Fixture table
c. Stack chart
d. Stack table
78. What is used to determine the size of the
stack after the fixture unit values have been
totaled?
a. Fixture chart
b. Fixture table
c. Stack chart
d. Stack table
79. When you install an individual vent, how
many inches must the venting piping rise
above the fixture flood rim before it changes
direction?
a. 2”
b. 3”
c. 4”
d. 6”
79. When you install an individual vent, how
many inches must the venting piping rise
above the fixture flood rim before it changes
direction?
a. 2”
b. 3”
c. 4”
d. 6”
80. What is the minimum sized pipe that you
can use for a wet vent?

a. 1 ¼ in
b. 1 ½ in
c. 2 in
d. 3 in
80. What is the minimum sized pipe that you
can use for a wet vent?

a. 1 ¼ in
b. 1 ½ in
c. 2 in
d. 3 in
81. How do you repair a leak on a plastic pipe
fitting?
a. Duct tape around fitting.
b. Apply glue around fitting.
c. Apply primer around fitting.
d. Cut fitting out and install new fitting.
81. How do you repair a leak on a plastic pipe
fitting?
a. Duct tape around fitting.
b. Apply glue around fitting.
c. Apply primer around fitting.
d. Cut fitting out and install new fitting.
82. What are the primary means of inspecting
and maintaining the sewer system?
a. Cleanout
b. Manholes
c. Sewer snakes
d. Power rodders
82. What are the primary means of inspecting
and maintaining the sewer system?
a. Cleanout
b. Manholes
c. Sewer snakes
d. Power rodders
83. What is used to remove ice from a
manhole cover?
a. Torches
b. Steel tools
c. Iron tools
d. Nonsparking tools
83. What is used to remove ice from a
manhole cover?
a. Torches
b. Steel tools
c. Iron tools
d. Nonsparking tools
84. What should you do if an oxygen
deficient condition is present in a manhole?
a. Enter it
b. Call the fire department
c. Get and oxygen cylinder from base supply
d. Ventilate it or use self-contained breathing apparatus
84. What should you do if an oxygen
deficient condition is present in a manhole?
a. Enter it
b. Call the fire department
c. Get and oxygen cylinder from base supply
d. Ventilate it or use self-contained breathing apparatus
85. What is the correct method of disposal for
discarded grease, fats, and oils?

a. Dissolve with chemicals

b. Throw away into garbage
c. Dump into oil/water separator
d. Flush down drain with hot water
85. What is the correct method of disposal for
discarded grease, fats, and oils?

a. Dissolve with chemicals

b. Throw away into garbage
c. Dump into oil/water separator
d. Flush down drain with hot water
86. Chemical drain cleaners are appropriate
when the drains are?
a. Flowing sluggishly
b. Completely stopped up
c. Completely clogged with hair
d. Completely clogged with grease
86. Chemical drain cleaners are appropriate
when the drains are?
a. Flowing sluggishly
b. Completely stopped up
c. Completely clogged with hair
d. Completely clogged with grease
87. When do you perform recurring
maintenance on a sewer main?
a. Monthly
b. Quarterly
c. Biannually
d. Annually
87. When do you perform recurring
maintenance on a sewer main?
a. Monthly
b. Quarterly
c. Biannually
d. Annually
88. What propels the nozzle of a jet rodder
throughout the length of a sewer line?
a. Hydraulic lever
b. Hose reel assembly
c. Clockwise action of the drum
d. Reverse jet action of the nozzle
88. What propels the nozzle of a jet rodder
throughout the length of a sewer line?
a. Hydraulic lever
b. Hose reel assembly
c. Clockwise action of the drum
d. Reverse jet action of the nozzle
89. To repair a broken sewer main where
should you block off the manhole?

a. Inlet side
b. Outlet side
c. Gravity side
d. Pressure side
89. To repair a broken sewer main where
should you block off the manhole?

a. Inlet side
b. Outlet side
c. Gravity side
d. Pressure side
90. What is used to find the location of
fixtures in a building?

a. Plot plan and as-builts

b. Base utility map and plot plan
c. Plumbing blueprints and floor plans
d. As-builts and manufacturer’s instructions
90. What is used to find the location of
fixtures in a building?

a. Plot plan and as-builts

b. Base utility map and plot plan
c. Plumbing blueprints and floor plans
d. As-builts and manufacturer’s instructions
91. What is the smallest drain used in
lavatories?

a. 1 ¼ in
b. 1 ½ in
c. 2 in
d. 2 ½ in
91. What is the smallest drain used in
lavatories?

a. 1 ¼ in
b. 1 ½ in
c. 2 in
d. 2 ½ in
92. What is the size of trap used with the pop-
up drain tailpiece?

a. 1 ¼ in
b. 1 ½ in
c. 2 in
d. 2 ½ in
92. What is the size of trap used with the pop-
up drain tailpiece?

a. 1 ¼ in
b. 1 ½ in
c. 2 in
d. 2 ½ in
93. What is the name of the special tool designed
to reach the hex jamnut beneath a fixture?
a. Pipe wrench
b. Box wrench
c. Basin wrench
d. Adjustable wrench
93. What is the name of the special tool designed
to reach the hex jamnut beneath a fixture?
a. Pipe wrench
b. Box wrench
c. Basin wrench
d. Adjustable wrench
94. What size supply is required for a
flushometer type water closet?

a. ¼ in
b. ½ in
c. ¾ in
d. 1 in
94. What size supply is required for a
flushometer type water closet?

a. ¼ in
b. ½ in
c. ¾ in
d. 1 in
95. Tank water closets are preferred over
flushometer water closets for residences
because they?
a. Are less expensive
b. Flush more quickly
c. Require a smaller drain
d. Require a smaller size supply
95. Tank water closets are preferred over
flushometer water closets for residences
because they?
a. Are less expensive
b. Flush more quickly
c. Require a smaller drain
d. Require a smaller size supply
96. What is the smallest plastic drain that can
accommodate a water closet?

a. 2 in
b. 3 in
c. 4 in
d. 6 in
96. What is the smallest plastic drain that can
accommodate a water closet?

a. 2 in
b. 3 in
c. 4 in
d. 6 in
97. When specifications are not available,
install the urinal so the lip height is?
a. 10 to 15 in above the finished floor line
b. 20 to 25 in above the rough floor line
c. 20 to 25 in above the finished floor line
d. 20 to 25 in below the finished floor line
97. When specifications are not available,
install the urinal so the lip height is?
a. 10 to 15 in above the finished floor line
b. 20 to 25 in above the rough floor line
c. 20 to 25 in above the finished floor line
d. 20 to 25 in below the finished floor line
98. What is the minimum size plastic waste
pipe that you can use on a urinal?

a. 1 ½ in
b. 1 ¾ in
c. 2 in
d. 3 in
98. What is the minimum size plastic waste
pipe that you can use on a urinal?

a. 1 ½ in
b. 1 ¾ in
c. 2 in
d. 3 in
99. The tub overflow and drain assembly is not
included in the rough-in piping for a bathtub
because it is attached directly to the?

a. Tub at the time the tub is set

b. Vent at the time the tub is set
c. Diverter at the time the tub is set
d. Shower arm at the time the tub is set
99. The tub overflow and drain assembly is not
included in the rough-in piping for a bathtub
because it is attached directly to the?

a. Tub at the time the tub is set

b. Vent at the time the tub is set
c. Diverter at the time the tub is set
d. Shower arm at the time the tub is set
100. The distance between the floor and the drain
board in a kitchen sink should be?

a. 12 in
b. 24 in
c. 36 in
d. 48 in
100. The distance between the floor and the drain
board in a kitchen sink should be?

a. 12 in
b. 24 in
c. 36 in
d. 48 in
101. What type of sink is used for dumping mop
buckets and washing mops?

a. Service sinks
b. Scullery sinks
c. Kitchen sinks
d. Countertop sinks
101. What type of sink is used for dumping mop
buckets and washing mops?

a. Service sinks
b. Scullery sinks
c. Kitchen sinks
d. Countertop sinks
102. What is installed on fixtures to keep
sewer gases from entering the building?
a. Valves
b. Faucets
c. Vents
d. Traps
102. What is installed on fixtures to keep
sewer gases from entering the building?
a. Valves
b. Faucets
c. Vents
d. Traps
103. What is the water depth of a common
seal trap?
a. 2 in
b. 4 in
c. 6 in
d. 12 in
103. What is the water depth of a common
seal trap?
a. 2 in
b. 4 in
c. 6 in
d. 12 in
104. If a faucet closes with the pressure; not
against it, the results is?
a. Harder operation and a tighter seal
b. Easier operation and a tighter seal
c. More frequent repairs and harder operation
d. More frequent repairs but easier operation
104. If a faucet closes with the pressure; not
against it, the results is?
a. Harder operation and a tighter seal
b. Easier operation and a tighter seal
c. More frequent repairs and harder operation
d. More frequent repairs but easier operation
105. What part of the body-unit faucet
virtually eliminates maintenance of the faucet
under normal operations?
a. Body unit
b. Wearing washer
c. Stainless steel seat
d. Ceramic component
105. What part of the body-unit faucet
virtually eliminates maintenance of the faucet
under normal operations?
a. Body unit
b. Wearing washer
c. Stainless steel seat
d. Ceramic component
106. What does continuous dripping of a single or
mixing faucet indicate?
a. Bad washer
b. Damaged handle
c. Low water pressure
d. Angle stop leaking
106. What does continuous dripping of a single or
mixing faucet indicate?
a. Bad washer
b. Damaged handle
c. Low water pressure
d. Angle stop leaking
107. Which shower/bath mixing valve is
sensitive to both temperature and pressure?

a. Pressure-controlled mixing handle

b. Double-handled mixing valve
c. Tripled-handled mixing valve
d. Thermostatic mixing valve
107. Which shower/bath mixing valve is
sensitive to both temperature and pressure?

a. Pressure-controlled mixing handle

b. Double-handled mixing valve
c. Tripled-handled mixing valve
d. Thermostatic mixing valve
108. What size water supply line is required
for urinal flushometers?
a. ½ in
b. ¾ in
c. 1 in
d. 1 ½ in
108. What size water supply line is required
for urinal flushometers?
a. ½ in
b. ¾ in
c. 1 in
d. 1 ½ in
109. What size water supply line is required for
water closet flushometers?

a. ½ in
b. ¾ in
c. 1 in
d. 1 ½ in
109. What size water supply line is required for
water closet flushometers?

a. ½ in
b. ¾ in
c. 1 in
d. 1 ½ in
110. What are the two most commonly used
flushometer valves?

a. Piston and vacuum

b. Piston and diaphragm
c. Hydraulic and vacuum
d. Hydraulic and diaphragm
110. What are the two most commonly used
flushometer valves?

a. Piston and vacuum

b. Piston and diaphragm
c. Hydraulic and vacuum
d. Hydraulic and diaphragm
111. How do you repair a water closets
leaking flapper?

a. Replace chain
b. Replace flapper
c. Adjust rod guides
d. Lightly sand with emery cloth
111. How do you repair a water closets
leaking flapper?

a. Replace chain
b. Replace flapper
c. Adjust rod guides
d. Lightly sand with emery cloth
112. A drinking fountain bubbler opening should
be located above the drinking fountain rim a
minimum of?
a. 1 in
b. 2 in
c. 3 in
d. 5 in
112. A drinking fountain bubbler opening should
be located above the drinking fountain rim a
minimum of?
a. 1 in
b. 2 in
c. 3 in
d. 5 in
113. Why must grease traps be installed in large
military or commercial kitchens?
a. A properly installed trap will prevent stoppages
caused by grease solidification
b. It is easier to dispose of grease into a trap and collect
it there rather than a barrel
c. To collect the grease stir it up well before discharge
into the sanitary system
d. Inn most states, local laws dictate that grease must be
collected and dumped in a landfill
113. Why must grease traps be installed in large
military or commercial kitchens?
a. A properly installed trap will prevent stoppages
caused by grease solidification
b. It is easier to dispose of grease into a trap and collect
it there rather than a barrel
c. To collect the grease stir it up well before discharge
into the sanitary system
d. Inn most states, local laws dictate that grease must be
collected and dumped in a landfill
114. Where should a grease trap be installed?
a. As far away from the fixture as possible.
b. As close to the fixture as possible, preferably inside
the building.
c. As close to the fixture as possible, preferably outside
the building.
d. As close to the fixture as possible, preferably 50 ft
outside the building.
114. Where should a grease trap be installed?
a. As far away from the fixture as possible.
b. As close to the fixture as possible, preferably inside
the building.
c. As close to the fixture as possible, preferably outside
the building.
d. As close to the fixture as possible, preferably 50 ft
outside the building.
115. How is oil and water separated in oil water
separators?
a. Physical and manual
b. Chemical and manual
c. Physical and chemical
d. Chemical and supervised
115. How is oil and water separated in oil water
separators?
a. Physical and manual
b. Chemical and manual
c. Physical and chemical
d. Chemical and supervised
116. According to the stokes law of physics,
approximately how many inches will a 100-
micron diameter droplet of oil rise in water every
10 minutes?
a. 4
b. 6
c. 8
d. 10
116. According to the stokes law of physics,
approximately how many inches will a 100-
micron diameter droplet of oil rise in water every
10 minutes?
a. 4
b. 6
c. 8
d. 10
117. On what type of as-built drawings are oil
water separators located?

a. Utility
b. Electrical
c. Mechanical
d. Environmental
117. On what type of as-built drawings are oil
water separators located?

a. Utility
b. Electrical
c. Mechanical
d. Environmental
118. What is the normal working pressure of a gas
water heater?

a. 125 psi
b. 150 psi
c. 200 psi
d. 300 psi
118. What is the normal working pressure of a gas
water heater?

a. 125 psi
b. 150 psi
c. 200 psi
d. 300 psi
119. A drop tube in a water heater causes the
incoming cold water to mix with?

a. Outgoing hot water in pipes

b. Outgoing cold water in the discharge
c. Stored hot water in the bottom of the tank
d. Stored cold water in the bottom of the tank
119. A drop tube in a water heater causes the
incoming cold water to mix with?

a. Outgoing hot water in pipes

b. Outgoing cold water in the discharge
c. Stored hot water in the bottom of the tank
d. Stored cold water in the bottom of the tank
120. The drain cock with a hose connection at the
bottom of a water heater is primarily used to?

a. Bypass the water heater

b. Flush sediments out of the heater
c. Connect cold water into the heater
d. Provide hot water access for washing equipment
120. The drain cock with a hose connection at the
bottom of a water heater is primarily used to?

a. Bypass the water heater

b. Flush sediments out of the heater
c. Connect cold water into the heater
d. Provide hot water access for washing equipment
121. The anode rod is installed in the top of water
heaters to prevent corrosion?
a. Inside the tank
b. Outside the tank
c. Of the hot water supply
d. Of the cold water supply
121. The anode rod is installed in the top of water
heaters to prevent corrosion?
a. Inside the tank
b. Outside the tank
c. Of the hot water supply
d. Of the cold water supply
122. A domestic food grinder is designed to attach
to drain with a diameter of

a. 1 ¼ in
b. 1 ½ in
c. 2 in
d. 2 ¼ in
122. A domestic food grinder is designed to attach
to drain with a diameter of

a. 1 ¼ in
b. 1 ½ in
c. 2 in
d. 2 ¼ in
123. How is water allowed to enter an industrial
food grinder?

a. Faucet
b. Solenoid valve
c. Pressure switch
d. Pressure reducing valve
123. How is water allowed to enter an industrial
food grinder?

a. Faucet
b. Solenoid valve
c. Pressure switch
d. Pressure reducing valve
124. What is the minimum size water supply for a
drench type emergency shower and eye wash?
a. 1 in or less
b. 1 1/8 in
c. 1 ¼ in
d. 2 in
124. What is the minimum size water supply for a
drench type emergency shower and eye wash?
a. 1 in or less
b. 1 1/8 in
c. 1 ¼ in
d. 2 in
125. According to Art 3.2.2.2 of PD 1096, What
scope of work in plan preparation for new sanitary
installation with more than 20 units does a
sanitary engineer differs with a Registered Master
Plumber?
a. Det. All drawings of septic tanks in the absence of
disposal field
b. Sanitary plan, layout and details
c. Cost estimate
d. Isometric drawings of roughing in
125. According to Art 3.2.2.2 of PD 1096, What
scope of work in plan preparation for new sanitary
installation with more than 20 units does a
sanitary engineer differs with a Registered Master
Plumber?
a. Det. All drawings of septic tanks in the absence of
disposal field
b. Sanitary plan, layout and details
c. Cost estimate
d. Isometric drawings of roughing in
126. Screwed steel pipe 2 ½ inch diameter should
have this number of threads for effective jointing.
a. 13
b. 8
c. 10
d. 12
126. Screwed steel pipe 2 ½ inch diameter should
have this number of threads for effective jointing.
a. 13
b. 8
c. 10
d. 12
127. Fixture unit value of a Residential sink.
a. 1
b. 1.5
c. 2
d. 3
127. Fixture unit value of a Residential sink.
a. 1
b. 1.5
c. 2
d. 3
128. Fixture unit value of a Laundry tub.
a. 1
b. 1.5
c. 2
d. 3
128. Fixture unit value of a Laundry tub.
a. 1
b. 1.5
c. 2
d. 3
129. Fixture unit values of a Shower bath.

a. 1
b. 1/5
c. 2
d. 3
129. Fixture unit values of a Shower bath.

a. 1
b. 1/5
c. 2
d. 3
130. Fixture unit values of a Slop sink.

a. 1
b. 1/5
c. 2
d. 3
130. Fixture unit values of a Slop sink.

a. 1
b. 1/5
c. 2
d. 3
131. Fixture unit values of a Sink(hotel or public).

a. 1
b. 1/5
c. 2
d. 3
131. Fixture unit values of a Sink(hotel or public).

a. 1
b. 1/5
c. 2
d. 3
132. Fixture unit values of a Urinal.

a. 1
b. 5
c. 2
d. 3
132. Fixture unit values of a Urinal.

a. 1
b. 5
c. 2
d. 3
133. Fixture unit values of a Combination fixture.

a. 1
b. 1/5
c. 2
d. 3
133. Fixture unit values of a Combination fixture.

a. 1
b. 1/5
c. 2
d. 3
134. One of the Code of Ethics for Master
Plumber states, “Take advantage of a salaried
_____ position to complete unfairly with a
practicing Master Plumber.” What is the missing
word?
a. Government
b. Higher
c. Competent
d. Private
134. One of the Code of Ethics for Master
Plumber states, “Take advantage of a salaried
_____ position to complete unfairly with a
practicing Master Plumber.” What is the missing
word?
a. Government
b. Higher
c. Competent
d. Private
135. Fixtures outlet shall not be connected to the
horizontal drainage within ____ of any vertical to
horizontal change of direction of a stack
containing suds-producing fixtures.
a. 2.4 m
b. 2.6 m
c. 2.8 m
d. 3.0 m
135. Fixtures outlet shall not be connected to the
horizontal drainage within ____ of any vertical to
horizontal change of direction of a stack
containing suds-producing fixtures.
a. 2.4 m
b. 2.6 m
c. 2.8 m
d. 3.0 m
136. Fixture unit values of a Slop sink.

a. 1
b. 1/5
c. 2
d. 3
136. Fixture unit values of a Slop sink.

a. 1
b. 1/5
c. 2
d. 3
137. It is the minimum pipe size for area drain.

a. 4 inches
b. 3 inches
c. 2 inches
d. 1 inch
137. It is the minimum pipe size for area drain.

a. 4 inches
b. 3 inches
c. 2 inches
d. 1 inch
138. It is the recommended minimum pipe size P-
trap floor drain.
a. 3 inches
b. 4 inches
c. 2 inches
d. 1 ½ inches
138. It is the recommended minimum pipe size P-
trap floor drain.
a. 3 inches
b. 4 inches
c. 2 inches
d. 1 ½ inches
139. It is that portion of the horizontal drainage
system which starts from the outer surface of the
building and terminates at the main sewer in the
street or septic tank.
a. Soil drain
b. House sewer
c. House drain line
d. Waste sewer
139. It is that portion of the horizontal drainage
system which starts from the outer surface of the
building and terminates at the main sewer in the
street or septic tank.
a. Soil drain
b. House sewer
c. House drain line
d. Waste sewer
140. Is a receptacle used to catch surface water
drained from cemented courts, driveways, and
yards.
a. Yards catch basin
b. Yard drain
c. Garage catch basin
d. Exterior basin
140. Is a receptacle used to catch surface water
drained from cemented courts, driveways, and
yards.
a. Yards catch basin
b. Yard drain
c. Garage catch basin
d. Exterior basin
141. A group of fixtures consisting 1 wc, 1 or 2
lavatory, bathtub bath/shower, shower, urinal or
bidet, emergency floor drain.
a. Half bathroom
b. Bathroom group
c. Bathroom
d. Shower room
141. A group of fixtures consisting 1 wc, 1 or 2
lavatory, bathtub bath/shower, shower, urinal or
bidet, emergency floor drain.
a. Half bathroom
b. Bathroom group
c. Bathroom
d. Shower room
142. The unobstructed vertical distance through
the free atmosphere between the outlet of water
pipe and the flood level rim of the receptacle into
which it is discharging.
a. Air break
b. Pressure gap
c. Air stop
d. Air gap
142. The unobstructed vertical distance through
the free atmosphere between the outlet of water
pipe and the flood level rim of the receptacle into
which it is discharging.
a. Air break
b. Pressure gap
c. Air stop
d. Air gap
143. It occurs due to an increased reverse pressure
above the supply pressure.
a. Back pressure backflow
b. Back vent pipe
c. Backflow connection
d. Back siphonage
143. It occurs due to an increased reverse pressure
above the supply pressure.
a. Back pressure backflow
b. Back vent pipe
c. Backflow connection
d. Back siphonage
144. A house drain that receives discharges from
industrial equipment that contain some
objectionable acid wastes.

a. Combined drain
b. Storm drain
c. Industrial drain
d. Sanitary drain
144. A house drain that receives discharges from
industrial equipment that contain some
objectionable acid wastes.

a. Combined drain
b. Storm drain
c. Industrial drain
d. Sanitary drain
145. Clean Air Act.

a. RA 8749
b. RA 9275
c. PD 1067
d. PD 198
145. Clean Air Act.

a. RA 8749
b. RA 9275
c. PD 1067
d. PD 198
146. Provincial Water Utilities Act.

a. RA 8749
b. RA 9275
c. PD 1067
d. PD 198
146. Provincial Water Utilities Act.

a. RA 8749
b. RA 9275
c. PD 1067
d. PD 198
147. Revised Fire Code of the Philippines 2008.

a. RA 9514
b. RA 1364
c. RA 386
d. PD 1067
147. Revised Fire Code of the Philippines 2008.

a. RA 9514
b. RA 1364
c. RA 386
d. PD 1067
148. Water Code of the Philippines.

a. RA 1378
b. RA 1364
c. RA 386
d. PD 1067
148. Water Code of the Philippines.

a. RA 1378
b. RA 1364
c. RA 386
d. PD 1067
149. Clean Water Act.

a. RA 8749
b. RA 9275
c. PD 1067
d. PD 198
149. Clean Water Act.

a. RA 8749
b. RA 9275
c. PD 1067
d. PD 198
150. Fixture unit value of a bathtub.

a. 1
b. 1.5
c. 2
d. 3
150. Fixture unit value of a bathtub.

a. 1
b. 1.5
c. 2
d. 3
151. An act to regulate the practice of Sanitary
Engineering in the Philippines.

a. RA 1378
b. RA 1364
c. RA 386
d. PD 1067
151. An act to regulate the practice of Sanitary
Engineering in the Philippines.

a. RA 1378
b. RA 1364
c. RA 386
d. PD 1067
152. Fixture unit value of a Floor drain.

a. 3
b. 2
c. 6
d. 1
152. Fixture unit value of a Floor drain.

a. 3
b. 2
c. 6
d. 1
153. A flange that closes the end of a pipe. There
is no opening for the passage of air or liquid.
a. Pipe flange
b. Reverse flange
c. Closed flange
d. Blind flange
153. A flange that closes the end of a pipe. There
is no opening for the passage of air or liquid.
a. Pipe flange
b. Reverse flange
c. Closed flange
d. Blind flange
154. A plumbing fixture used for washing the
middle private part of the body, especially the
genitals.

a. Ball faucet
b. Water hose
c. Bidet
d. Mini shower
154. A plumbing fixture used for washing the
middle private part of the body, especially the
genitals.

a. Ball faucet
b. Water hose
c. Bidet
d. Mini shower
155. A valve opened and closed by the fall and
rise respectively, of an attached ball floating on
the surface of the liquid.
a. Ball valve
b. Angle valve
c. Ball pressure valve
d. Ball cup
155. A valve opened and closed by the fall and
rise respectively, of an attached ball floating on
the surface of the liquid.
a. Ball valve
b. Angle valve
c. Ball pressure valve
d. Ball cup
156. Civil Code of the Philippines.

a. RA 386
b. PD 1152
c. RA 9514
d. PD 856
156. Civil Code of the Philippines.

a. RA 386
b. PD 1152
c. RA 9514
d. PD 856
157. National Building Code of the
Philippines.

a. RA 386
b. PD 1096
c. RA 9514
d. PD 856
157. National Building Code of the
Philippines.

a. RA 386
b. PD 1096
c. RA 9514
d. PD 856
158. It is called Back vent, Individual vent
and?

a. Relief vent
b. Branch vent
c. Re-vent
d. Yoke vent
158. It is called Back vent, Individual vent
and?

a. Relief vent
b. Branch vent
c. Re-vent
d. Yoke vent
159. It is called Common vent, Unit vent,
and?

a. Dual vent
b. Branch vent
c. Re-vent
d. Yoke vent
159. It is called Common vent, Unit vent,
and?

a. Dual vent
b. Branch vent
c. Re-vent
d. Yoke vent
160. It is called Relief vent, Auxiliary vent,
and?
a. Relief vent
b. Branch vent
c. By-Pass Ventilation
d. Yoke vent
160. It is called Relief vent, Auxiliary vent,
and?
a. Relief vent
b. Branch vent
c. By-Pass Ventilation
d. Yoke vent
161. LPG, such as propane and butane, are
odorized with compounds to allow leaks to be
detected quickly. What is the common
compound used as odorant?
a. Ethyl mercaptan
b. Sulfur dioxide
c. Isoprophyl pesticide
d. Nitrogen Disulfide
161. LPG, such as propane and butane, are
odorized with compounds to allow leaks to be
detected quickly. What is the common
compound used as odorant?
a. Ethyl mercaptan
b. Sulfur dioxide
c. Isoprophyl pesticide
d. Nitrogen Disulfide
162. Power requires to drive a centrifugal
pump is directly proportional to _______ of
its impeller.
a. Cube of diameter
b. Square of diameter
c. Diameter
d. Fourth power of diameter
162. Power requires to drive a centrifugal
pump is directly proportional to _______ of
its impeller.
a. Cube of diameter
b. Square of diameter
c. Diameter
d. Fourth power of diameter
163. You specified a standard 2” (51 mm) PVC
pipe size for all the horizontal vent piping above
ceiling of the building you are designing. What is
the maximum allowable length of these vent pipes
as per code?
a. 26 m
b. Unlimited
c. 16 m
d. 37 m
163. You specified a standard 2” (51 mm) PVC
pipe size for all the horizontal vent piping above
ceiling of the building you are designing. What is
the maximum allowable length of these vent pipes
as per code?
a. 26 m
b. Unlimited
c. 16 m
d. 37 m (RNPCP Table 7-5)
164. The minimum water pressure in the main,
after allowing friction and other pressure losses,
before one needs to provide a hydro-pneumatic
pressure tank or elevated water tank and booster
pump to provide said pressure.
a. 0.15 N/mm^2
b. 12 psi
c. 103 kPa
d. 551 kPa
164. The minimum water pressure in the main,
after allowing friction and other pressure losses,
before one needs to provide a hydro-pneumatic
pressure tank or elevated water tank and booster
pump to provide said pressure.
a. 0.15 N/mm^2
b. 12 psi
c. 103 kPa
d. 551 kPa
165. According to the Fire Code of the
Philippines, What is the required runs of dry
standpipes system for purpose of draining?

a. 2%
b. 5%
c. 10%
d. 20%
165. According to the Fire Code of the
Philippines, What is the required runs of dry
standpipes system for purpose of draining?

a. 2%
b. 5%
c. 10%
d. 20%
166. What is that receptacle attached to the
plumbing system other than trap on which water
or waste may be collected or retained for ultimate
discharge into the drainage?
a. Catch basin
b. Manhole
c. Bleeder
d. Scupper drain
166. What is that receptacle attached to the
plumbing system other than trap on which water
or waste may be collected or retained for ultimate
discharge into the drainage?
a. Catch basin
b. Manhole
c. Bleeder
d. Scupper drain
167. What is that vent pipe in plumbing that serve
the building drain and building sewer?

a. VSTR
b. SVTR
c. Yoke vent
d. Relief vent
167. What is that vent pipe in plumbing that serve
the building drain and building sewer?

a. VSTR
b. SVTR
c. Yoke vent
d. Relief vent
168. Is it a code to pipe a ejector pump waste line
into a 4” (102 mm) horizontal?

a. Maybe
b. True
c. False
d. Sometimes
168. Is it a code to pipe a ejector pump waste line
into a 4” (102 mm) horizontal?

a. Maybe
b. True
c. False (6” is code to accept discharge of pump)
d. Sometimes
169. When you install an ejector pump, in what
order is it installed?

a. Pump, ball valve, check valve

b. Ball valve, pump, check valve
c. Check valve, pump, ball valve
d. Pump, check valve, ball valve
169. When you install an ejector pump, in what
order is it installed?

a. Pump, ball valve, check valve

b. Ball valve, pump, check valve
c. Check valve, pump, ball valve
d. Pump, check valve, ball valve
170. What is the minimum distance between a tub
spout and the flood rim level of the bath tub?

a. 6”
b. 5”
c. 6 ¼”
d. 5 ¾”
170. What is the minimum distance between a tub
spout and the flood rim level of the bath tub?

a. 6”
b. 5”
c. 6 ¼”
d. 5 ¾”
171. Below what temperature is cold water?

a. 105 deg. F
b. 115 deg. F
c. 90 deg. F
d. 85 deg. F
171. Below what temperature is cold water?

a. 105 deg. F
b. 115 deg. F
c. 90 deg. F
d. 85 deg. F
172. What temperature does a shower valve have
to be set at?

a. 105 deg. F
b. 115 deg. F
c. 90 deg. F
d. 85 deg. F
172. What temperature does a shower valve have
to be set at?

a. 105 deg. F
b. 115 deg. F
c. 90 deg. F
d. 85 deg. F
173. What temperature is considered hot water?

a. 105 deg. F
b. 115 deg. F
c. 120 deg. F
d. 85 deg. F
173. What temperature is considered hot water?

a. 105 deg. F
b. 115 deg. F
c. 120 deg. F
d. 85 deg. F
174. How many water closets are allowed on a 3”
horizontal waste line?

a. 6
b. 3
c. 2
d. 1
174. How many water closets are allowed on a 3”
horizontal waste line?

a. 6
b. 3
c. 2
d. 1
175. In a closed water system, Is it applicable to
install a expansion tank?

a. No
b. Yes
c. Maybe
d. Sometimes
175. In a closed water system, Is it applicable to
install a expansion tank?

a. No
b. Yes
c. Maybe
d. Sometimes
176. What is the maximum distance away from a
water heater you can install a shutoff valve?

a. 12 inches (0.3 m)
b. 5 feet (1.5 m)
c. 3 feet (0.9 m)
d. 24 inches (0.6 m)
176. What is the maximum distance away from a
water heater you can install a shutoff valve?

a. 12 inches (0.3 m)
b. 5 feet (1.5 m)
c. 3 feet (0.9 m)
d. 24 inches (0.6 m)
177. How many drainage fixture unit’s (DFU’s)
are allowed on a 2” (51 mm) horizontal drain line?

a. 4
b. 5
c. 6
d. 12
177. How many drainage fixture unit’s (DFU’s)
are allowed on a 2” (51 mm) horizontal drain line?

a. 4
b. 5
c. 6
d. 12
178. What is the distance from the top of water
heater to relief valve?

a. 6 inches (150 mm)

b. 8 inches (200 mm)
c. 5 inches (125 mm)
d. 4 inches (100 mm)
178. What is the distance from the top of water
heater to relief valve?

a. 6 inches (150 mm)

b. 8 inches (200 mm)
c. 5 inches (125 mm)
d. 4 inches (100 mm)
179. What is the minimum size vent for a water
closet?

a. 1 ½ inches
b. 3 inches
c. 2 inches
d. 4 inches
179. What is the minimum size vent for a water
closet?

a. 1 ½ inches
b. 3 inches
c. 2 inches
d. 4 inches
180. Under the Accessibility Law, what is the
minimum area of water closet stalls?

a. 1.2 x 2.0 m
b. 1.7 x 1.8 m
c. 2.0 x 2.0 m
d. 1.5 x 1.8 m
180. Under the Accessibility Law, what is the
minimum area of water closet stalls?

a. 1.2 x 2.0 m
b. 1.7 x 1.8 m
c. 2.0 x 2.0 m
d. 1.5 x 1.8 m
181. For at least how many working days shall a
required for inspection of the building works be
filed before such inspection be intended?

a. 7 working days
b. 10 working days
c. 3 working days
d. 5 working days
181. For at least how many working days shall a
required for inspection of the building works be
filed before such inspection be intended?

a. 7 working days
b. 10 working days
c. 3 working days
d. 5 working days
182. What shall be issued by the Administrative
Authority for the construction of a part of a large and/or
complicated plumbing system before the entire plans
and specifications for the whole system have been
submitted or approved?
a. Partial permit
b. Evaluation sheet
c. Summon
d. Restraining order
182. What shall be issued by the Administrative
Authority for the construction of a part of a large and/or
complicated plumbing system before the entire plans
and specifications for the whole system have been
submitted or approved?
a. Partial permit
b. Evaluation sheet
c. Summon
d. Restraining order
183. In order as not to impede the movement of a
person in wheel chair and to have a convenient
access on the lavatory, what is the allowable knee
recess vertical clearance that will be provided?
a. 0.60 m to 0.80 m
b. 0.60 m to 0.70 m
c. 0.50 m to 0.80 m
d. 0.40 m to 0.70 m
183. In order as not to impede the movement of a
person in wheel chair and to have a convenient
access on the lavatory, what is the allowable knee
recess vertical clearance that will be provided?
a. 0.60 m to 0.80 m
b. 0.60 m to 0.70 m
c. 0.50 m to 0.80 m
d. 0.40 m to 0.70 m
184. What is the maximum length of the fire hose
that shall be equipped on wet standpipes?

a. 17 meters
b. 12 meters
c. 25 meters
d. 23 meters
184. What is the maximum length of the fire hose
that shall be equipped on wet standpipes?

a. 17 meters
b. 12 meters
c. 25 meters
d. 23 meters
185. NAMPAP is a professional organization of
Registered Master Plumber under PRC. What is
the PRC accreditation number of NAMPAP?

a. 14
b. 18
c. 10
d. 12
185. NAMPAP is a professional organization of
Registered Master Plumber under PRC. What is
the PRC accreditation number of NAMPAP?

a. 14
b. 18
c. 10
d. 12
186. If the discharge of a fixture or drain may
contain solids or semi-solids heavier than water
that would be harmful to the drainage system or
cause stoppage within the system, where the
discharge must pass first?
a. Wooden baffle
b. Screen wire mesh
c. Sand interceptor
d. Oil interceptor
186. If the discharge of a fixture or drain may
contain solids or semi-solids heavier than water
that would be harmful to the drainage system or
cause stoppage within the system, where the
discharge must pass first?
a. Wooden baffle
b. Screen wire mesh
c. Sand interceptor
d. Oil interceptor
187. In what year did NAMPAP was incorporated
as a professional organization?

a. 1946
b. 1968
c. 1956
d. 1935
187. In what year did NAMPAP was incorporated
as a professional organization?

a. 1946
b. 1968
c. 1956
d. 1935
188. A fitting for lead-caulked joint that is
prohibited when in vertical position.

a. Single hub
b. Double hub
c. Double tapped tee
d. All of these
188. A fitting for lead-caulked joint that is
prohibited when in vertical position.

a. Single hub
b. Double hub
c. Double tapped tee
d. All of these
189. Who shall set the criteria for the quality of
drinking water from meteoric, surface or
underground sources?

a. DOH
b. Provincial Water Utilities Board
c. National Water Resources Board
d. National Standards for Drinking Water
189. Who shall set the criteria for the quality of
drinking water from meteoric, surface or
underground sources?

a. DOH
b. Provincial Water Utilities Board
c. National Water Resources Board
d. National Standards for Drinking Water
190. What is the minimum diameter of vent pipe
is allowed in the RNPCP?

a. 1 ½ inches
b. 1 ¼ inches
c. 2 inches
d. 4 inches
190. What is the minimum diameter of vent pipe
is allowed in the RNPCP?

a. 1 ½ inches
b. 1 ¼ inches
c. 2 inches
d. 4 inches
191. What is the minimum total net inlet area of
roof deck drains on roof deck used as sun decks
and parking decks?

a. Equal to ½ times the area of outlet pipe

b. Equal to 4 times the area of outlet pipe
c. Equal to the area of outlet pipe
d. Equal to 2 times the area of outlet pipe
191. What is the minimum total net inlet area of
roof deck drains on roof deck used as sun decks
and parking decks?

a. Equal to ½ times the area of outlet pipe

b. Equal to 4 times the area of outlet pipe
c. Equal to the area of outlet pipe
d. Equal to 2 times the area of outlet pipe
192. Which of the following is not included in a
plumbing unit?

a. Laundry tray
b. Floor drain
c. Water meter
d. Urinal
192. Which of the following is not included in a
plumbing unit?

a. Laundry tray
b. Floor drain
c. Water meter
d. Urinal
193. What is the minimum pipe size of the
standpipe if the highest outlet is located more than
23 m above the Fire Service connection?

a. 5 inches
b. 6 inches
c. 2 inches
d. 4 inches
193. What is the minimum pipe size of the
standpipe if the highest outlet is located more than
23 m above the Fire Service connection?

a. 5 inches
b. 6 inches
c. 2 inches
d. 4 inches
194. For the hot and cold water distribution
system, on what side should the hot water supply
be placed in combination fittings?

a. Center
b. Right
c. Left
d. None of the above
194. For the hot and cold water distribution
system, on what side should the hot water supply
be placed in combination fittings?

a. Center
b. Right
c. Left
d. None of the above
195. Unless prohibited by structural conditions,
what is the reference of each vertical vent pipes
before offsetting horizontal to join the stack vent
or vent stack?
a. Invert of trap
b. Air gap fixture
c. Water level inside the trap
d. Highest flood level rim of fixture
195. Unless prohibited by structural conditions,
what is the reference of each vertical vent pipes
before offsetting horizontal to join the stack vent
or vent stack?
a. Invert of trap
b. Air gap fixture
c. Water level inside the trap
d. Highest flood level rim of fixture
196. What provision does the design, construction
and operation of deep wells for the abstraction of
ground water will have to follow?

a. National Standards for Drinking Water

b. RNPCP
c. Water Code of the Philippines
d. Sanitation Code of the Philippines
196. What provision does the design, construction
and operation of deep wells for the abstraction of
ground water will have to follow?

a. National Standards for Drinking Water

b. RNPCP
c. Water Code of the Philippines
d. Sanitation Code of the Philippines
197. To allow cleaning of the soil and waste line
each cleanout should be installed,

a. In the direction of flow

b. Opening upward
c. Vertically above flow line
d. All of the above
197. To allow cleaning of the soil and waste line
each cleanout should be installed,

a. In the direction of flow

b. Opening upward
c. Vertically above flow line
d. All of the above
198. What kind of joint is not allowed in cast iron
pipe?

a. Bell and spigot

b. Welded
c. Soldered
d. Threaded
198. What kind of joint is not allowed in cast iron
pipe?

a. Bell and spigot

b. Welded
c. Soldered
d. Threaded
199. Drainage piping serving fixtures located
below the crown level of the main sewer shall
discharge into an approved watertight?

a. Leaching tank
b. Cesspool
c. Septic tank
d. Sump
199. Drainage piping serving fixtures located
below the crown level of the main sewer shall
discharge into an approved watertight?

a. Leaching tank
b. Cesspool
c. Septic tank
d. Sump
200. The minimum requirement for the slope of
horizontal drainage pipes between manholes is,

a. 2%
b. 1%
c. 4%
d. 0.5%
200. The minimum requirement for the slope of
horizontal drainage pipes between manholes is,

a. 2%
b. 1%
c. 4%
d. 0.5%
201. The area of hole of roof drain to effectively
collect and drain rain water in roof is:

a. 1 x the area of drain pipe

b. 2 x the area of drain pipe
c. 3 x the area of drain pipe
d. 5 x the area of drain pipe
201. The area of hole of roof drain to effectively
collect and drain rain water in roof is:

a. 1 x the area of drain pipe

b. 2 x the area of drain pipe
c. 3 x the area of drain pipe
d. 5 x the area of drain pipe
202. The dome-type strainers for roof drain shall
have a minimum total net inlet area of ________
to which it is connected.

a. 1 x the area of outlet pipe

b. 2 x the area of outlet pipe
c. 1 1/2 x the area of outlet pipe
d. 3 x the area of outlet pipe
202. The dome-type strainers for roof drain shall
have a minimum total net inlet area of ________
to which it is connected.

a. 1 x the area of outlet pipe

b. 2 x the area of outlet pipe
c. 1 1/2 x the area of outlet pipe
d. 3 x the area of outlet pipe
203. What are the primary materials suited for
roof drains?

a. Copper and other acid resistant materials

b. Brass and other corrosion resistant materials
c. Sched. 80 ABS and other acid resistant materials
d. Cast iron and other corrosion resistant materials
203. What are the primary materials suited for
roof drains?

a. Copper and other acid resistant materials

b. Brass and other corrosion resistant materials
c. Sched. 80 ABS and other acid resistant materials
d. Cast iron and other corrosion resistant materials
204. In terms of discharge, 1 FU represent the
flow rate approximately:

a. 4.78 gal
b. 7.0 gal
c. 7.48 gal
d. 8.2 gal
204. In terms of discharge, 1 FU represent the
flow rate approximately:

a. 4.78 gal
b. 7.0 gal
c. 7.48 gal
d. 8.2 gal
205. The water service is a pipe that extends from
the:

a. Water riser run out to the water tank

b. Water main to the water meter
c. Water main to the water tanks
d. Water main to the building
205. The water service is a pipe that extends from
the:

a. Water riser run out to the water tank

b. Water main to the water meter
c. Water main to the water tanks
d. Water main to the building
206. Flushometer is another name for:

a. Flush tank
b. Relief valve
c. Vacuum breaker
d. Flush valve
206. Flushometer is another name for:

a. Flush tank
b. Relief valve
c. Vacuum breaker
d. Flush valve
207. On most two-handle faucets, the stems:

a. Rotate clockwise
b. Rotate in the same direction
c. Rotate counterclockwise
d. Rotates clockwise and counterclockwise
207. On most two-handle faucets, the stems:

a. Rotate clockwise
b. Rotate in the same direction
c. Rotate counterclockwise
d. Rotates clockwise and counterclockwise
208. PD 1095 prescribes that dry standpipe is
required for every building of how many floors?

a. 3 storey or more
b. 4 storey or more
c. 2 storey or more
d. 5 storey or more
208. PD 1095 prescribes that dry standpipe is
required for every building of how many floors?

a. 3 storey or more
b. 4 storey or more
c. 2 storey or more
d. 5 storey or more
209. Dry standpipes shall have sufficient strength
to withstand a water pressure of how much when
ready for service?

a. 5 kg/cm2
b. 10 kg/cm2
c. 20 kg/cm2
d. 25 kg/cm2
209. Dry standpipes shall have sufficient strength
to withstand a water pressure of how much when
ready for service?

a. 5 kg/cm2
b. 10 kg/cm2
c. 20 kg/cm2
d. 25 kg/cm2
210. What do you call that point which is
unobstructed open edge of the fixture?

a. Flushing surface
b. Rim
c. Blister
d. Drain board
210. What do you call that point which is
unobstructed open edge of the fixture?

a. Flushing surface
b. Rim
c. Blister
d. Drain board
211. What type of end connection which are used
for valves smaller than 2 inches in diameter?

a. Flanged
b. Threaded
c. Compression
d. Union patente
211. What type of end connection which are used
for valves smaller than 2 inches in diameter?

a. Flanged
b. Threaded
c. Compression
d. Union patente
212. Which of the following is NOT a type of
lavatory?

a. Splash-back
b. Ledge-back
c. Reverse trap
d. Countertop
212. Which of the following is NOT a type of
lavatory?

a. Splash-back
b. Ledge-back
c. Reverse trap
d. Countertop
213. What is the minimum depth of the building
sewer when installed?

a. 1m
b. 0.3 m
c. 0.65 m
d. 1.2 m
213. What is the minimum depth of the building
sewer when installed?

a. 1m
b. 0.3 m
c. 0.65 m
d. 1.2 m
214. Caulk joint shall be firmly packed with
oakum or hemp and poured with pure lead, what is
that depth of lead over oakum?

a. 19 mm
b. 25 mm
c. 32 mm
d. 13 mm
214. Caulk joint shall be firmly packed with
oakum or hemp and poured with pure lead, what is
that depth of lead over oakum?

a. 19 mm
b. 25 mm
c. 32 mm
d. 13 mm
215. A building subdrain is located at what level?

a. Below the level of the public sewer

b. Above the level of a public sewer
c. Below the basement floor level
d. Above the basement floor level
215. A building subdrain is located at what level?

a. Below the level of the public sewer

b. Above the level of a public sewer
c. Below the basement floor level
d. Above the basement floor level
216. What is the minimum size of fire hose outlet
of an interior wet standpipe?

a. 1 inch diameter
b. 1 ¼ in diameter
c. 1 ½ in diameter
d. ¾ in diameter
216. What is the minimum size of fire hose outlet
of an interior wet standpipe?

a. 1 inch diameter
b. 1 ¼ in diameter
c. 1 ½ in diameter
d. ¾ in diameter
217. What is that system of arrangement of
venting so installed that one vent will serve two
traps?

a. Relief vent
b. Unit vent
c. Common water vent
d. Dual water vent
217. What is that system of arrangement of
venting so installed that one vent will serve two
traps?

a. Relief vent
b. Unit vent
c. Common water vent
d. Dual water vent
218. What is the basic element of a cold water
supply in a building?

a. Downspouts
b. Subsoil drain lines
c. Riser run outs
d. Water closet
218. What is the basic element of a cold water
supply in a building?

a. Downspouts
b. Subsoil drain lines
c. Riser run outs
d. Water closet
219. Which of the following in NOT a function of
all faucets?

a. Temperature control
b. Volume control
c. Level control
d. On/Off control
219. Which of the following in NOT a function of
all faucets?

a. Temperature control
b. Volume control
c. Level control
d. On/Off control
220. What is that controlled outlet in a pipeline
used to discharge water or drain of the system?

a. Blow-off
b. Dead end
c. Cleanout
d. Flush-off
220. What is that controlled outlet in a pipeline
used to discharge water or drain of the system?

a. Blow-off
b. Dead end
c. Cleanout
d. Flush-off
221. What is the prescribed color coding of piping
under Steam Division of a High Pressure pipe?

a. Black
b. White
c. Dirty white
d. Gray
221. What is the prescribed color coding of piping
under Steam Division of a High Pressure pipe?

a. Black
b. White
c. Dirty white
d. Gray
222. When heat is applied to water; molecular
activity intensified and such particle expand in
itself, followed by the change in behavior.

a. Became abnormal
b. Increase the volume
c. Decrease the volume
d. Became contracted
222. When heat is applied to water; molecular
activity intensified and such particle expand in
itself, followed by the change in behavior.

a. Became abnormal
b. Increase the volume
c. Decrease the volume
d. Became contracted
223. Pipe materials used inside the buildings and
premises shall conform inside the building and
premises shall conform to standard specifications
set forth this organization?
a. AWWA
b. PSC
c. ASTM
d. UL
223. Pipe materials used inside the buildings and
premises shall conform inside the building and
premises shall conform to standard specifications
set forth this organization?
a. AWWA
b. PSC
c. ASTM
d. UL
224. What is that device use to prevent backflow
whereby air is admitted to the supply pipe?

a. Gate valve
b. Air relief valve
c. Float valve
d. Vacuum breaker
224. What is that device use to prevent backflow
whereby air is admitted to the supply pipe when
vacuum occurs?

a. Gate valve
b. Air relief valve
c. Float valve
d. Vacuum breaker
225. What do you call that vents for fixtures
intended to ventilate the foul odors and remove air
from adjacent area?
a. Local vent
b. Ventilation pipe
c. Vapor relief pipe
d. All of these
225. What do you call that vents for fixtures
intended to ventilate the foul odors and remove air
from adjacent area?
a. Local vent
b. Ventilation pipe
c. Vapor relief pipe
d. All of these
226. The sanitary drainage system for public
health reason, must discharge to?

a. Waterway
b. Public storm drainage
c. Public sewer system
d. Septic tank
226. The sanitary drainage system for public
health reason, must discharge to?

a. Waterway
b. Public storm drainage
c. Public sewer system
d. Septic tank
227. A method of installation NOT allowed in a
lateral to avoid pressure and retardation of flow of
waste water causing deposition of solid is?

a. Sharp curve
b. Elbow
c. Gate valve
d. Cross-connection
227. A method of installation NOT allowed in a
lateral to avoid pressure and retardation of flow of
waste water causing deposition of solid is?

a. Sharp curve
b. Elbow
c. Gate valve
d. Cross-connection
228. A vent that does not carry liquid or water-
borne waste is called?

a. Wet vent
b. Dry vent
c. Local vent
d. Back vent
228. A vent that does not carry liquid or water-
borne waste is called?

a. Wet vent
b. Dry vent
c. Local vent
d. Back vent
229. A vent which is also serve as a drain is
called?

a. Wet vent
b. Dry vent
c. Local vent
d. Back vent
229. A vent which is also serve as a drain is
called?

a. Wet vent
b. Dry vent
c. Local vent
d. Back vent
230. A bacteria living or active in the absence of
free oxygen is called?

a. Aerobic
b. Anaerobic
c. Facultative
d. All of the above
230. A bacteria living or active in the absence of
free oxygen is called?

a. Aerobic
b. Anaerobic
c. Facultative
d. All of the above
231. A secondary pipeline in sewerage a common
sewer to which no other sewer is tributary is
called?

a. Interceptor
b. Lateral
c. Dead end
d. Branch
231. A secondary pipeline in sewerage a common
sewer to which no other sewer is tributary is
called?

a. Interceptor
b. Lateral
c. Dead end
d. Branch
232. What is that device that operates
automatically when refilling the water tank after
each discharge and shutting off completely when
the tank is already full?
a. Float valve
b. Foot valve
c. Pressure regulating valve
d. Check valve
232. What is that device that operates
automatically when refilling the water tank after
each discharge and shutting off completely when
the tank is already full?
a. Float valve
b. Foot valve
c. Pressure regulating valve
d. Check valve
233. What is vertical distance between the dip and
crown weir of the trap?

a. Water trap seal

b. Air trap seal
c. Crown weir
d. Dip
233. What is vertical distance between the dip and
crown weir of the trap?

a. Water trap seal

b. Air trap seal
c. Crown weir
d. Dip
234. What do you call that process of removing
the hardness causing minerals from water?

a. Water softening
b. Hardness removal
c. Demineralization
d. Dehardnization
234. What do you call that process of removing
the hardness causing minerals from water?

a. Water softening
b. Hardness removal
c. Demineralization
d. Dehardnization
235. Leaching field is categorized as one of the
0n-site efficient disposal for septic tank. How far
should be the minimum distance from shallow
well to prevent contamination of water?
a. 25.4 m
b. 51 m
c. 15.2 m
d. 40.2 m
235. Leaching field is categorized as one of the
0n-site efficient disposal for septic tank. How far
should be the minimum distance from shallow
well to prevent contamination of water?
a. 25.4 m
b. 51 m
c. 15.2 m
d. 40.2 m
236. What is the pipe connection in which a ball is
held in a cup-like that allows movement in every
direction?
a. Universal joint
b. Uniform patent
c. Ball joint
d. Caulk joint
236. What is the pipe connection in which a ball is
held in a cup-like that allows movement in every
direction?
a. Universal joint
b. Uniform patent
c. Ball joint
d. Caulk joint
237. How is water hardness measured?

a. Ounce of hardness
b. Grains per gallon
c. Parts per million
d. Soap suds
237. How is water hardness measured?

a. Ounce of hardness
b. Grains per gallon
c. Parts per million
d. Soap suds
238. What is that vent pipe in plumbing that serve
the building drain and building sewer?

a. VSTR
b. SVTR
c. Yoke vent
d. Relief vent
238. What is that vent pipe in plumbing that serve
the building drain and building sewer?

a. VSTR
b. SVTR
c. Yoke vent
d. Relief vent
239. The classification of water when it contains
dissolved calcium salts and magnesium?

a. Soft
b. Hard
c. Corrosive
d. Stain
239. The classification of water when it contains
dissolved calcium salts and magnesium?

a. Soft
b. Hard
c. Corrosive
d. Stain
240. What is that vent pipe system on plumbing
which liquid waste flow through?

a. Dry vent
b. Wet vent
c. Back vent
d. Stack vent
240. What is that vent pipe system on plumbing
which liquid waste flow through?

a. Dry vent
b. Wet vent
c. Back vent
d. Stack vent
241. What is the prescribed distance of vent from
trap seal in plumbing installation?

a. 1200 mm
b. 1500 mm
c. 600 mm
d. 300 mm
241. What is the prescribed distance of vent from
trap seal in plumbing installation?

a. 1200 mm
b. 1500 mm
c. 600 mm
d. 300 mm
242. What is the important advantage of chlorine
compared to other water supply treatment?

a. Control the growth of algae

b. Effective in the coagulation process
c. Control taste and odor
d. Kills bacteria
242. What is the important advantage of chlorine
compared to other water supply treatment?

a. Control the growth of algae

b. Effective in the coagulation process
c. Control taste and odor
d. Kills bacteria
243. The difference between a tube and a pipe is
that the tube has relatively thin wall and _____.

a. Straight edge
b. The listed size correspond to the outside diameter
c. Relatively square edge
d. The listed size correspond to the inside diameter
243. The difference between a tube and a pipe is
that the tube has relatively thin wall and _____.

a. Straight edge
b. The listed size correspond to the outside diameter
c. Relatively square edge
d. The listed size correspond to the inside diameter
244. What are the used for disinfections large
public water supplies?

a. Ozone
b. Sulfur
c. Chlorine
d. UV
244. What are the used for disinfections large
public water supplies?

a. Ozone
b. Sulfur
c. Chlorine
d. UV
245. The jelly like substance being formed in the
process of coagulation?

a. Scum
b. Sludge
c. Floe
d. Alum
245. The jelly like substance being formed in the
process of coagulation?

a. Scum
b. Sludge
c. Floe
d. Alum
246. The handicapped fixtures are usually
designed for people with less physical ability that
the general public. For the handicapped, what is
the prescribed height of the toilet bowl?
a. 450 mm
b. 400 mm
c. 500 mm
d. 480 mm
246. The handicapped fixtures are usually
designed for people with less physical ability that
the general public. For the handicapped, what is
the prescribed height of the toilet bowl?
a. 450 mm
b. 400 mm
c. 500 mm
d. 480 mm
247. What is the pipe fitting with outside thread
and projecting square head used for closing the
edge of another fitting?

a. Plug
b. Cap
c. Knot
d. Bushing
247. What is the pipe fitting with outside thread
and projecting square head used for closing the
edge of another fitting?

a. Plug
b. Cap
c. Knot
d. Bushing
248. What is the process of exposing water in their
films to the oxygen of the atmosphere in order to
remove neutralize the taste, odor and dissolved
oxygen?
a. Filtration
b. Screening
c. Aeration
d. Sedimentation
248. What is the process of exposing water in their
films to the oxygen of the atmosphere in order to
remove neutralize the taste, odor and dissolved
oxygen?
a. Filtration
b. Screening
c. Aeration
d. Sedimentation
249. What is the type of water closet prescribed
for public toilet?

a. Elongated bowl type

b. Oval bowl type
c. Circular bowl type
d. Egg shape bowl type
249. What is the type of water closet prescribed
for public toilet?

a. Elongated bowl type

b. Oval bowl type
c. Circular bowl type
d. Egg shape bowl type
250. What is the process of water supply
purification which consists of applying certain
chemicals in particles too small to be removed by
plain sedimentation?
a. Coagulation
b. Sedimentation
c. Flocculation
d. Filtration
250. What is the process of water supply
purification which consists of applying certain
chemicals in particles too small to be removed by
plain sedimentation?
a. Coagulation
b. Sedimentation
c. Flocculation
d. Filtration