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PLUMBING CODE SET X
INSTRUCTION: Select the correct answer for each of the following

questions. Mark only one answer for each item by shading the box
corresponding to the letter of your choice on the answer sheet provided.
STRICTLY NO ERASURES ALLOWED.
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. An act to regulate the trade of Master Plumber.

a. RA 1364 c. RA 6541
b. RA 1378 d. RA 9514
2. What do you call to this device that is being used to circulate

hot water to the plumbing system?
a. overhead feed
b. up feed
c. pump circuit system
d. hot water recirculating pump
3. Shall not act in an unprofessional manner and demand any

remuneration other than his/her original charges except for
additional services not covered in the basic contract.
a. Code of Ethics No. 1 c. Code of Ethics No. 5
b. Code of Ethics No. 3 d. Code of Ethics No. 7
4. What is the minimum number of LAV for 200 males? (Assembly Places
- Theatres, Auditoriums, Convention Halls, etc. - for permanent
employee use)
a. 2 c. 4
b. 3 d. 5
5. Shall not advertise in self-laudatory language, act in any manner

an engage in any practice which tend to bring dishonor to the
dignity of the Registered Master Plumber, the National Master
Plumbers association of the Philippines (NAMPAP) and the plumbing
profession.
6. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation, whether

acting as principal, servant, agent or employee, to do or cause to
be done any plumbing or drainage work for which a permit is
required without securing prior permit from the Office of the
Building Official having jurisdiction under the _____.
a. DPWH c. City Mayors
b. DILG d. All of the above

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7. The invert of the inlet pipe shall be at a level not less than
____ above the invert of the outlet pipe.
a. 32 mm c. 40.8 mm
b. 38 mm d. 50.8 mm
8. The inlet compartment of any septic tank shall be _____ of the

total capacity of the tank, nor less than 2.0 m3 liquid capacity.
a. not less than two-thirds c. not less than one-half
b. not less than one-thirds d. not less than twice
9. The pipe or tubing that connects the outlet of a plumbing fixture

to the trap.
a. trap c. tailpiece
b. trap arm d. outlet
10. Shall not allow the use of his/her license as registered Master
Plumber for a fee to an unlicensed Master Plumber in plumbing works
without his/her personal supervision.
11. What is the minimum width of the inlet compartment of a septic

tank?
a. 600mm c. 900mm
b. 750mm d. 1500mm
12. It refers to the resistance delivered by streaming water with

fittings and inside surface of the pipe.
a. force c. pressure
b. friction d. velocity
13. Consists of two independently acting internally loaded check

valves, a differential pressure relief valve, four properly
located test cocks and two isolation gate valves.
a. DC c. RP
b. PVB d. AVB
14. Distribution boxes shall be designed to insure ____ flow and shall
be installed on a level concrete slab in natural or compacted soil.
a. equal c. more
b. less d. none of the above
15. To receive the discharge from aeration, what is installed at the

bottom portion of the soil stack where the house drain is
connected?
a. aerator c. Sovent system
b. deaerator d. ventilation

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16. Airgap less than 25 mm shall only be approved as a permanent part

of a listed assembly that has been tested under actual backflow
conditions with vacuums of from
a. 0 to 65 cm. of mercury
b. 0 to 36 cm. of mercury
c. 0 to 60 cm. of mercury
d. 0 to 63.5 cm. of mercury
17. Fixture outlets shall not be connected to the horizontal excreta

drainage piping system within how many meters from any vertical to
horizontal change of direction of a stack containing suds-
producing fixtures.
a. 3.0m c. 1.2m
b. 2.4m d. 1.5m
18. It is a piece of a framework that expels sewage and greywater from

a building and controls pneumatic stress in the waste-framework
channels to help free stream.
a. Sanitary sewer system c. DWV system
b. Storm sewer d. Vent system
19. Where two or more drain lines are installed, an approved _____ of
sufficient size to receive lateral lines shall be installed at the
head of each disposal field.
a. distribution box c. septic tank
b. seepage pit d. disposal field
20. A hose connection with two-gated outlets permitting two

connections of the same or smaller coupling diameter to be taken
from a single supply line.
a. Wye c. Sanitary tee
b. Tee d. 1/8 bend
21. All sections of a plumbing drainage and vent system must be tested
with
a. water c. air or water
b. any liquid d. air
22. The inverts of all outlets shall be level and the invert of the
inlet shall be at least ____ above the outlets.
a. 25.4 mm c. 101.6 mm
b. 50.8 mm d. 104.6 mm
23. That portion of a building included between the upper surface of

any floor and the upper surface of the floor next above.
a. Branch c. Riser
b. Storey d. Stack

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24. The requirements for installation of grease interceptors exclude

a. fast-food restaurants
b. apartment buildings with up to 100 dwelling units
c. hospitals
d. hotels
25. Tube made of plastic material and colored black. The cross-
sectional shape is normally oval and is denoted by its outside
diameter or O.D. Normally used as water service connection from
main to meter.
a. Polyethylene c. PVC
b. Polybutylene d. PVDF
26. A valve actuated by stem screw, and hand wheel, suited on

installation that calls for throttling.
a. foot valve c. angle valve
b. gate valve d. globe valve
27. The 22 basic Principles of master plumbing is enumerated in what

section of RA 1378?
a. Section 2 c. Section 12
b. Section 5 d. Section 13
28. The pressure existing without any flow motion.

a. Residual pressure c. Atmospheric pressure
b. Static pressure d. Negative pressure
29. What is the minimum of number of water closet required at office

with 20 persons?
a. 1 c. 3
b. 2 d. 4
30. What is the minimum number of WC for 100 males? (Assembly Places
- Theatres, Auditoriums, Convention Halls, etc. - for public use)
a. 1 c. 3
b. 2 d. 4
31. What is the minimum pressure used in water test for drainage
system?
a. 15 psi c. 15 ft head
b. 10 psi d. 10 ft head
32. All water supply, drainage, venting system and all fixtures and
their traps complete with their connection.
a. plumbing system c. sewer system
b. piping system d. sanitary system
33. It is the required pressure to test water supply system.

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a. 100% of used water pressure

b. 150% of used water pressure
c. 200% of used water pressure
d. 250% of used water pressure
34. Inlet and outlet pipe fittings or baffles, and compartment

partitions shall have a free vent area _______ of the house sewer
or private sewer discharging therein to provide free ventilation
above the water surface from the disposal field or seepage pit
through the septic tank, house sewer, and stack to the outer air.
a. equal to the required cross-sectional area
b. 1.5 times the required cross-sectional area
c. twice the required cross-sectional area
d. 2 ½ times the required cross-sectional area
35. What is the slope of a waste pipe with a minimum size of 3”

horizontal pipe?
a. ¾ inch per foot c. 1 inch per foot
b. ½ inch per foot d. ¼ inch per foot
36. What is the minimum size of water supply pipe to a lavatory?

a. 13 mm c. 10 mm
b. 19 mm d. 25 mm
37. A branch vent that performs its functions for two (2) or more
traps.
a. vent system c. individual vent
b. relief vent d. group vent
38. On what date the National Plumbing Code of the Philippines was
approved?
a. June 18, 1955 c. January 28, 1959
b. June 18, 1954 d. January 18, 1956
39. What is the minimum pressure required to test water supply system?
a. 100% of used water pressure
b. 150% of used water pressure
c. 200% of used water pressure
d. 250% of used water pressure
40. The part of the plumbing system extending 0.6 m from the inner
face of the foundation wall of the building to the junction with
another sewer
a. house sewer c. sanitary sewer
b. storm sewer d. building drain
41. What is the minimum size of p-trap for floor drain?

a. 2” c. 4”
b. 3” d. 6”

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42. Allowing for friction and other pressure loss the available water
pressure for fixture is ____________.
a. 30 psi c. 15 psi
b. 20 psi d. 45 psi
43. What is the maximum fixture unit loading allowed on 51-inch waste
stack?
a. four c. sixteen
b. six d. two
44. That part of plumbing system extending from point 0.6-m of the
inner face of the foundation wall of building to the junction with
another sewer.
a. house sewer c. sanitary sewer
b. storm sewer d. building drain
45. The drainage system or any part thereof shall not be covered until
a. After a plumbing inspector has been called
b. It has been tested
c. It has been inspected
d. It has been approved
46. Cast iron piping is 10 ft length installed horizontally, shall be

supported at intervals of not more than ______.
a. 12 ft c. 5 ft
b. 15 ft d. 10 ft
47. The air test for a plumbing drainage and vent system shall be made
by attaching the air compressor or other test apparatus to
a. The lowest fixture outlet available
b. The highest vent opening
c. Any suitable opening
d. A dishwasher waste opening
48. The waste pipe from a domestic dishwashing machine connected to a

food-waste disposer unit must have a/an _______.
a. Soft-seat check valve c. Backflow preventer valve
b. Approved air-gap fitting d. Nonrising stem gate valve
49. The drainage pipe running from outside a buildings foundation to

the main sewer.
a. Building drain c. Waste drain
b. Sewer d. Storm drain
50. To ensure effectiveness, the wastes entering the grease

interceptor must not exceed the manufacturer’s rated capacity. For
this reason, a ______ must be installed.
a. clarifier c. swing check valve
b. balancing valve d. flow control

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51. A freestanding drinking fountain may connect to the drainage system

of a building _________.
a. by using an approved air-gap fitting
b. by an indirect waste method
c. through an individual p-trap only
d. provided the waste outlet is no more than 10 feet from a vent
52. Is a device located at the bottom of the tank for the purpose of
flushing water closet and similar fixtures
a. Gate valve c. Flushometer valve
b. Flush valve d. Flush tank
53. The scope of plumbing practice is enumerated in what section of

the Plumbing Law?
a. Section 2 c. Section 12
b. Section 5 d. Section 13
54. Joints in lead pans or liners shall be ______.

a. Wiped c. Threaded
b. Caulked d. Burned
55. The lowest portion of the interior part of any pipe or conduit
that is not vertical
a. Leader c. Grade
b. Lateral d. Invert
56. Where there is exposure to skin contamination with poisonous,

infectious, or irritating materials, provide one lavatory for
a. each three persons c. each five persons
b. each four persons d. each six persons
57. The side walls shall extend at least ___ above the liquid depth.
a. 304.8 mm c. 228.6 mm
b. 50.8 mm d. 104.6 mm
58. Any joint or seam obtained by the joining of metal parts in a

plastic molten state.
a. welded joint c. both a & b
b. seam d. none of the above
59. Joints in copper pans or liners shall be ______.

a. Soldered c. either a or b
b. Brazed d. neither
60. All whirlpool bathtubs shall comply with the following

requirements, except
a. a removable panel of sufficient dimension shall be provided for
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b. the circulation pump shall be located below the crown weir of

the trap
c. the pump and the circulation piping shall be self-draining to
minimize water retention
d. suction fittings on whirlpool bathtubs shall comply with the
listed standards
61. A baffle type fitting shall have the equivalent cross-sectional

area of the connecting sewer pipe and not less than a ____
horizontal dimension when measured at the inlet and outlet pipe
inverts.
a. 101.6 mm c. 104.6 mm
b. 102.6 mm d. 106.6 mm
62. Horizontally installed piping must be supported at sufficiently

close intervals to ________.
a. carry the weight of the pipe
b. carry the weight of the pipe and its content
c. prevent strains or stresses
d. prevent sagging
63. All piping installed in corrosive type material shall be ________.

a. first approved by the plumbing official
b. supported properly
c. protected properly
d. in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations
64. A trap depending on movable parts to retain its seal may _______.
a. be used for fixtures with clear water waste only
b. not be used under any circumstances
c. be used if first approved by plumbing official
d. be used when approved by ASME Standards
65. What do you call to the combination of two elements, hydrogen and
oxygen?
a. ice c. liquid
b. water d. fluid
66. What is the maximum distance allowed for the trap of the floor
drain to be placed below the finished floor line to facilitate
cleaning in case of line trouble?
a. 300 mm c. 500 mm
b. 400 mm d. 600 mm
67. Equipment which includes all valves and controls used in the
plumbing system which are required to be accessible or readily
accessible.

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a. Machine c. Regulating Equipment

b. Controls d. Pipes
68. The inlet and outlet pipe or baffle shall extend _____ above and
at least 304.8 mm below the water surface.
a. 101.6 mm c. 104.6 mm
b. 102.6 mm d. 106.6 mm
69. Distribution boxes shall be coated on the inside with a ______ or

other approved method acceptable to the Administrative Authority.
a. bituminous coating c. rubber coating
b. paint coating d. all of the above
70. The size of a trap arm may change direction without the use of a
cleanout when such direction does not exceed 90º.
a. Less than 76mm diameter
b. Larger than 76mm diameter
c. Less than 102mm diameter
d. Larger than 76mm diameter
71. Cleanouts on the seal of a trap are prohibited on ________.

a. Residential lavatory traps c. Stall shower traps
b. Commercial sink traps d. Barber shop sink traps
72. Any part of a piping system that extends horizontally at an

approved grade, with or without vertical extensions from the main
to plumbing fixtures.
a. Lateral c. Branch drain
b. Continuous pipe d. Branch
73. Any part of a drainage system that extends horizontally at a slope

from a soil or waste stack, with or without lateral or vertical
extensions, on two or more floors.
a. Horizontal branch
b. Horizontal pipe
c. Fixture drain
d. Combination fixture drain
74. Satisfactory hanger which supports any piping must be

a. of same material as piping
b. accessible
c. same size as pipe used
d. of sufficient strength
75. When floor drainage is required for a cold storage room used for
storing or holding food or drink, the drain must be connected to
the sanitary drainage system through a
a. direct waste

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b. floor drain with strainer

c. trap with trap primer
d. indirect waste
76. Who shall appoint the Board of Examiners for Master Plumber?
a. Commissioner of Civil Service
b. PRC Commissioner
c. President of the Philippines
d. BOMP
77. When provided with water outlets for such space, a 610 mm width of
wash sink or 457 mm diameter of a circular basin, shall be _____.
a. considered equivalent to one lavatory
b. considered equivalent to one water closet
c. considered equivalent to one kitchen sink
d. considered equivalent to one floor drain
78. What is the urinal per male ratio for principal worship places?
a. 1 per 150 c. 1 per 200
b. 1 per 40 d. 1 per 55
79. A comprehensive term, including all constructions for collection,

transportation, pumping, treatment and final disposition of
sewage.
a. plumbing system
b. sewerage system
c. sewerage or sewerage works
d. none of the above
80. ________ is a device designed and installed to separate and retain

deleterious, hazardous or undesirable matters from normal wastes
and permits normal sewage or liquid wastes to discharge into the
disposal terminal by gravity.
a. Interceptor c. Both a & b
b. Clarifier d. Grease trap
81. ______ for “Sacrarium” cupsink at church altar and Baptistries

font outlet shall discharge direct to the ground and not connected
to the sanitary drainage system.
a. water drain c. wastewater drain
b. waste d. none of the above
82. What is the minimum thickness of copper pans or liners?

a. Gauge No. 24 B & S or 0.5 mm thick
b. Gauge No. 20 B & S or 0.8 mm thick
c. Gauge No. 16 U.S. B&S or 1.6 mm thick
d. None of the above

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83. What is the length of the pipe that should be added on the top of
the highest fixture level to eliminate water hammer?
a. 150 mm c. 800 mm
b. 200 mm d. 300 mm
84. The cover of the septic tank shall be at least ____ above the back-
vent openings.
a. 304.8 mm c. 228.6 mm
b. 50.8 mm d. 106.6 mm
85. The vertical distance from the “Grade Line” to the highest point
of the coping of a flat roof or to the top line of a mansard roof
or to the average height of the highest gable of a pitch or hip-
roof.
a. Branch interval c. Storey
b. Height of building d. None of the above
86. It refers to the pressure range measured over a period of 24 hours.

a. static pressure c. normal pressure
b. back pressure d. high pressure
87. A water closet consisting of a continuous trough containing water.

The trough extends under two or more adjacent seats. Prohibited by
health authorities for permanent installations.
a. Trough c. Latrine
b. Washdown d. Pail flush
88. What is the maximum interval of vertical supports for lead piping?
a. 3 m c. 4 m
b. 1.2 m d. 1 m
89. What is the water demand for shower head?

a. 7.5 gpm c. 12 gpm
b. 2.5 gpm d. 15 gpm
90. The lead shall be caulked thoroughly at the inside and outside
edges of the joint. After caulking, the finished joint shall not
extend more than ___ below the rim of the hub.
a. 25mm c. 3.2mm
b. 19mm d. 6.4mm
91. ln addition to the required incised marking, all hard-drawn copper

tubing shall be marked by means of a continuous and indelibly
colored stripe at least ___ in width
a. 1.8 mm c. 3.2 mm
b. 1.6 mm d. 6.4 mm

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92. The minimum wall thickness of a steel septic tank that can be
protected from corrosion internally and externally is
a. Ga. 12 c. Ga. 16
b. Ga. 14 d. Ga. 26
93. What is the standard slope of the building drain?

a. 4% c. 1%
b. 2% d. ½%
94. Rainwater piping located on the exterior of a building using

galvanized sheet metal shall not be less than ______.
a. 26 Ga c. 28 Ga
b. 24 Ga d. 30 Ga
95. Two (2) walls opposite of differing heights - add _______ of wall
area above top of lower wall to the roof area.
a. 35% c. No additional area
b. 50% d. None of the above
96. A valve opened and closed by the fall and rise, respectively of an
attached ball floating on the surface of the liquid.
a. Ball joint c. Corp stop
b. Ball cock d. Curb stop
97. A flushometer valve is a device used to

a. Flush the contents from a toilet bowl
b. Discharge a predetermined quantity of water
c. Automatically reseal floor drains
d. Flush all surfaces of a floor-mounted urinal
98. The maximum height above the trap for a clothes washer standpipe
receptor is ____.
a. 0.45 m c. 0.75 m
b. 0.60 m d. 0.80 m
99. Expansion joints shall be acceptable in piping, except

a. vents c. steam
b. hot water d. cold water
100. A metallic sleeve, calked or join to opening in a pipe, into which

a plug is screwed that can be removed for cleaning or examining
the interior of the pipe.
a. flange c. threaded pipe
b. ferrule d. cast pipe
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MASTER PLUMBER COACH

MASTER PLUMBING REFRESHER

INSTRUCTION: Select the correct answer for each of the following

1. An act to regulate the trade of Master Plumber.

2. What do you call to this device that is being used to circulate

3. Shall not act in an unprofessional manner and demand any

5. Shall not advertise in self-laudatory language, act in any manner

6. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation, whether

MASTER PLUMBER COACH

MASTER PLUMBING REFRESHER

PLUMBING CODE SET X

8. The inlet compartment of any septic tank shall be _____ of the

9. The pipe or tubing that connects the outlet of a plumbing fixture

11. What is the minimum width of the inlet compartment of a septic

12. It refers to the resistance delivered by streaming water with

13. Consists of two independently acting internally loaded check

15. To receive the discharge from aeration, what is installed at the

MASTER PLUMBER COACH

MASTER PLUMBING REFRESHER

PLUMBING CODE SET X

16. Airgap less than 25 mm shall only be approved as a permanent part

17. Fixture outlets shall not be connected to the horizontal excreta

18. It is a piece of a framework that expels sewage and greywater from

20. A hose connection with two-gated outlets permitting two

23. That portion of a building included between the upper surface of

MASTER PLUMBER COACH

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PLUMBING CODE SET X

24. The requirements for installation of grease interceptors exclude

26. A valve actuated by stem screw, and hand wheel, suited on

27. The 22 basic Principles of master plumbing is enumerated in what

28. The pressure existing without any flow motion.

29. What is the minimum of number of water closet required at office

33. It is the required pressure to test water supply system.

MASTER PLUMBER COACH

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PLUMBING CODE SET X

a. 100% of used water pressure

34. Inlet and outlet pipe fittings or baffles, and compartment

35. What is the slope of a waste pipe with a minimum size of 3”

36. What is the minimum size of water supply pipe to a lavatory?

41. What is the minimum size of p-trap for floor drain?

MASTER PLUMBER COACH

MASTER PLUMBING REFRESHER

PLUMBING CODE SET X

46. Cast iron piping is 10 ft length installed horizontally, shall be

48. The waste pipe from a domestic dishwashing machine connected to a

49. The drainage pipe running from outside a buildings foundation to

50. To ensure effectiveness, the wastes entering the grease

MASTER PLUMBER COACH

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PLUMBING CODE SET X

51. A freestanding drinking fountain may connect to the drainage system

53. The scope of plumbing practice is enumerated in what section of

54. Joints in lead pans or liners shall be ______.

56. Where there is exposure to skin contamination with poisonous,

58. Any joint or seam obtained by the joining of metal parts in a

59. Joints in copper pans or liners shall be ______.

60. All whirlpool bathtubs shall comply with the following

MASTER PLUMBER COACH

MASTER PLUMBING REFRESHER

PLUMBING CODE SET X