SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 20151. Which of the following types of fixtures can be served by a combination waste and vent system? A. Urinals B. Toilets C. Sinks D. Bidets 2. Increasing vents by one pipe size will: A. provide increased drainage B. allow a uniform installation C. allow vents of longer lengths D. allow vents to be shorter 3. _____________ may be used either for the collection of water without consideration of pressure, or for storing water under air pressure or under a static head for future distribution by pneumatic or gravity means. Materials are PVC, G.I., reinforced concrete, stainless steel or plain steel. A. CISTERN/ CISTERN TANK B. WATER TANK C. WATER DAM D. COFERDAM 4. How much is the plumbing permit fee for one lavatory in excess of the one unit minimum required? Follow the National Building Code. A. 6.00 B. 4.00 C. 2.00 D. 1.00 5. A valve known as a stop is a: A. full port valve B. restrictive port design C. non directional valve D. rising stem design SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 6. A kind of plastic pipe which has excellent chemical, crush and fire resistance, high impact and tensile strength and is nontoxic; used for hot and cold water applications. a. Polyvinyl chloride b. Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride c. Unplasticized polyvinyl chloride d. polypropylene 7. A 4” diameter stainless steel pipe is 26.5 m (86.9 feet) in length and requires hangers to be placed at 1.6 m (5.25 feet) intervals. How many hangers are required to support the pipe with hangers at both ends of the run? A. 16 B. 17 C. 18 D. 19 8. What will be the result when a 4" pipe will be reduced in size in the direction of flow? a. The waste will travel faster which will allow for better cleaning of the pipe. b. This could cause blockage to build up at the reduction point c. This could cause slugging in the waste system d. This will have no effect in the drainage system. 9. This pumps are used in applications where excess water must be pumped away from a particular area. a pump used to remove water that has accumulated in a water collecting sump pit, A.JET (EJECTOR) PUMP B.SUMP PUMP C.TURBINE PUMP D.PISTON PUMP SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 10. What procedure is used to determine if additional PPE is required for a specific task on a jobsite? A. Ask the site foreman. B. Complete a hazard assessment. C. Observe what other workers are wearing. D. Request information at next tool box meeting. 11. Advantage of Using Rain water is? A. Water is soft & pure and is suitable for the hot water supply system B. Water is available everyday C. Water that is natural and purified by natural means D. None of the above 12. The valve for controlling two or more outlet in a cold water supply line maybe a: A. Rising stem gate valve B. Heavy duty globe valve C. Ground key valve D. Non-rising stem globe valve 13. Cast Iron piping 10 ft in lengths installed horizontally, shall be supported at intervals not more than. A. 12 ft B. 15 ft C. 5 ft D. 10 ft 14. A residence with 12 family members requires 3.6 cu. meters of cold water daily with peak demand. What is the maximum hot water probable hourly demand? A. 110 liters SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 B. 100 liters C. 120 liters D. 140 liters (3600÷24hrs= 150L/h x 80% DF = 120L/h) 15. A reservoir, tank or vessel for storing or holding water or other liquids A. CISTERN/ CISTERN TANK B. WATER TANK C. WATER DAM D. COFERDAM 16. The best solder for brazing/soldering joints is. A. Alloy B. 95-5 tin antimony C. 50-50 tin alloy D. lead 17. The most common type of PVC and steel type based on their wall thickness is rated as. A. schedule 10 B. schedule 40 C. schedule 50 D. schedule 80 18. Flux can only be used in brazing process when A. Brazing copper to brass B. Brazing coper to copper C. Not allowed D. Both A & B internal thread B. Every exposed trap must ____. a threaded cover 22. float valve D. ground water B. What do you call this valve installed at the solution line of a pump to prevent the loss of prime of the pump. foot valve 24. raw water pipe C. air pipe 20. check valve B. a. rain water C. A male adapter is . a slip-joint nut and washer D. flopper valve C. A. gas pipe B. Turbidity may be associated with what characteristic of water? . Water for domestic use comes from these source except A. be self-cleaning b. potable water pipe D.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 19. Plumbing pipe color coded in Aqua-Blue stripe or band is identified as A. external thread C. sea water 21. not provided with a removable clean out plug d. have inadequate trap seal in order to caused trap seal loss c. not able to retain large amount of waste water 23. A. surface water D. ) B. 1/2" long C. and also known as a "Universal Solvent" A. radiological 25. Passing the water through a bed of crushed marble or limestone to achieve alkalinity. which is the best solution for this problem? A. Acidity is one of the most problems in water distribution and water purification. Sewage B. double sanitary tee b. Purified water 27. 1" long D. Chloride D. double wye combination c. double tapped tee . Plays an important part in the plumbing system. Chlorination for removing salt contents C.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 a. physical c. the following maybe used except ____. chemical b. biological d. providing this is the most critical utility requirement. which can cause Corrosion of non-ferrous pipes and Rusting & clogging of steelpipes. Water C. double inverted wye d. a. 3/4" long 26. A. Aeration D. In back to back fixture connection. or adding sodium silicate. The effective thread length of a 3/4" diameter screwed steel pipe is. 1 1/4" long B. Non of the above 28. none of the above are correct 33. threaded C. uses a lever handle C. sedimentation C. 2 gallons 31. An operating gate valve A. A tapered pipe thread used in the plumbing industry complies with A. solvent welded 32. straight pipe thread standards C. national pipe thread standards B. The diameter ranges from 2 to 30 inches. PEX connection. filtration 30. These are dug with earth augers are usually less than 30 meters (100 ft) deep. vitrified tile or concrete. screening D. 6 gallons C. When silt and dirt is removed from water. The minimum quantity for flushing urinal: A. 4 gallons B. 7 gallons D. the fitting is inserted into the PEX tubing and A. siltation B. . the process is called A. standard pipe threads standards D. To complete a PEX. beveled pipe thread standards 34. makes it acceptable for gas D. soldered B. crimped D. The well is lined with metal. uses a rubber washer B.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 29. 6 lavs = 3 vents. c. flushometer C. both a & c 37. it is used mainly to add rainwater to the system d. Nothing. Long flush cycle. 177cm d. C. none of the above 36. What would be the result of a partially plugged bypass orifice in a flushometer? A. What is the best fixture for a public comfort room A. faucet D. Six equally spaced lav’s are to be installed along a wall that is 530 cm long and will be vented with dual vents. 38. 188cm (1 vent serving 2 lavs.SHORE WELLS 35.DUG WELLS B. a. Smells from the sewer would enter the system. What would happen if there were no air supply from the vent on the roof? a. Determine the center to center distance between vents if the fixtures are each 51 cm wide.DRIVEN WELLS D.BORED WELLS C. b. D. 133cm b. 530/3=177) . B. 166cm c.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 A. Short flush cycle. Waste water would not flow out. Constant flushing. gatevalve B. No flushing. It allows the volume of the water in the system to change to maintain working pressure. It provides the necessary space for the air required in the system. upfeed & gravity distribution system d. 103 kPa and 241 kPa / 15 psi and 35 psi B. 207 kPa and 345 kPa / 30 psi and 50 psi D. What is the principal function of the expansion tank in a hot water system? A. 1/2 to 1 in. shorter than the wye. Same as the wye. 43.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 39. On a private domestic water system. Flush so that pipe will fit into the socket. longer than the wye. 42. 241 kPa and 380 kPa / 35 psi and 55 psi 40. upfeed (pump) system 41. 1/4 to 1/2 in. direct (pressure) system b. C. C. longer than the wye. B. B. B. what would the usual cut-in and cut-out pressures be set at? A. It acts as a safety chamber in case of over firing of the boiler. D. thus preventing air lock of the system while in operation. 138 kPa and 207 kPa / 20 psi and 30 psi C. . what is the common type of water distribution system? This method is dependent on the pressure provided by the water main & involves a minimum and type of components such as overhead tank & pressure tank. hydropneumatic system c. At an angle to maintain proper grade. a. 1/4 to 1/2 in. D. How is ABS pipe cut? A. It collects the air in the system. What is the length of pipe to be removed when cutting out a section of an existing cast iron building drain to insert an MJ wye? A. D. Evaporation B. Size of the discharge opening in the pump. Flush to ensure proper pipe alignment. Distance from the pump to the water in the well. Size of the inlet opening of the pump. A toilet seat used in a public washroom must be: . Pipe insulation. Condensation C. Precipitation D. 45. CAPILLARITY D. Square to provide full joining surface. B. C. Isolation valves. Expansion joints. HEAT ABSORPTION /CAPACITY C. SURFACE TENSION B. Water cycle is consists of 3 stages of process. Hydration 47. 46. which is not included A. Dielectric unions. Size of the pump cylinder. What determines the minimum size of the suction pipe of a well pump? A. What is required when installing long. D. C. DISSOLVING ABILITY 48. B.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 C. The other physical properties of water is ability to climb up a surface against the pull of gravity A. D. 44. straight horizontal or vertical runs of copper domestic hot water piping? A. the ends should be joined: a. bead to plain d. cast iron c. round type d. A material not listed in the code for use in water piping is? a. plain to plain b. plastic non-permeable type c. loop vent D. yoke vent 50. elongated type 49. pipe size b. crown vent B. A vent pipe connecting upward from a soil or waste stack to a vent stack to prevent pressure changes in the stacks is a: A. wall thickness c. asbestos cement . cover-less type b. bead to bead c. threads per inch d.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 a. When installing glass piping. if one end needs to be field cut. thread taper 51. aluminum d. The abbreviation NPS refers to: a. bead to hub 52. plastic b. common vent C. 05 L/s of condensate into a floor drain. 1 b. Kitchen sink 54. 8 d. Lavatory D. 45 56. An air conditioner that discharges 0. Split Wedge C. It makes use of a suction pump above. Single Disk B. Water closet C. BORED WELLS B. would equate to how many fixture units? a. JETTED WELL D. Bathtub B. Which one of these fixtures has the highest fixture unit rating? A. The most common and widely used gatevalve? A. 2 c. When using a Hilti powder actuated fastening tool. remove the cartridge . Double Disk 55. The first thing you should do is? a. the device fails to fire when the trigger is pulled. Use extreme water pressure so as not to affect existing foundation in the vicinity. while casing acts as the pump riser. A.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 53. keep the tool in position and wait 30 seconds b. DUG WELLS 57. Solid Wedge D. DRILLED WELLS C. 120 days d. Expiration of plumbing permit if suspended or abandoned for period of. D.52") 59. A. 60 days b. B. 365 days c. 1/4 bigger than their inside diameter C. inspect the magazine d. 180 days . 12" and 24" D..SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 c. 9-1/4 in. 1/16 bigger than their inside diameter 61. depress the trigger again 58. A sewer ditch is to be 148 feet long. What would the total amount of fall be? A. 12" and 18" C. 24-5/8 in.. Copper pipes are sized. (2%=×/148*12" × = 35. 18" and 24" 60. C. the pipe is to be installed with a 2% grade. 3/16 bigger than their inside diameter D. The two most common sizes of pipe wrenches used by plumbers today A. 46-1/4 in. 1/8 bigger than their inside diameter B. a. 10" and 12" B. 35-1/2 in. 5” b. water closet d. floor drain c.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 62. diaelectric union c. nota 65. a. Spigot d. coupling d. How large a diameter hole is required to be cut? a. 5. A 4” cast iron pipe with 1” insulation is to pass through a wall. Standpipe 66. kitchen sink 64.5” c. nipple e. A _______ is used to connect with galvanized pipe. Stack b. 6” d. lavatory or wash basin b. What is the smallest plumbing fixture used as the basis in determining the fixture unit value? a. Which term is not applicable in purification? . 6.5” (pipe diameter+thickness+insulation) 63. Flowing stream of water has the tendency to purify itself. push fit connector b. a. ______ means a drain pipe serving as a receptor for the discharge wastes from indirect or local waste piping. Spring line pipe c. 12 inches C. d. b. pipe under the bridge 70. 10 inches B. trap valve c. It is essential c. Dillution D. Aeration 67. a.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 A. A_________ is a artificial rod installed in a water heater to protect tank from corrosion. Sink trap is not necessary 68. In a modern efficient drainage system. where one pipe crosses above another b. alpha rod c. What is a bridge in a plumbing system? a. for a wall-hung urinal must be at least (from wall to urinal center) A. Only when pipes of three inches or less are used. none of the above 69. 16 inches . anode rod d. Sedimentation B. 15 inches D. It is necessary only when there is no sink filter. dip tube b. meeting point of the two subsystems d. is a sink trap really necessary? a. Infiltration C. insulation rod e. 52 m B. What is the allowable distance between the trap arm and the vent if the fixture has a trap arm diameter of 32 mm? A. What force would be exerted on the gate of a closed 6” gate valve if the water pressure acting on it measured 46 Psig. not a matter of pressure d. 5202 (F= Pressure x Area. _______ means that portion of a drain system that consists of a series of pipes that transport water from one area to another without providing detention. 1.. 4 feet e. 74.07 m 73. Corporation cock b. 0. 2604 d.622 lb) 72..76 m C. none of the above. a. Cross connection control assembly .F = (46lb/in^2) x (3. 1 foot b. low pressure b. 867 b. 15 & 80 psi 75. What degree of pressure is required to ensure smooth drainage? a.1416 x 3 x 3) = 1300. 1.. 3 feet d. 0. The maximum spacing of horizontal hanger for 1/2inch cpvc piping is a. 1300 c. 2 feet c.51 m D.. high pressure c. a.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 71.. SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 c. copper pipe d. Cross connection 76. What will be the best kind of pipe for underground drains within the building? a. G.Blue and Green C.5” 80. 6” d. Conveyance system d. cast iron pipe 79.Red and orange B.One uses pressure and the other uses gravity. 5” b. c. A common heat source for indirect water heater . both b & c 78. cement pipe b. 6. pipe c. Are there major differences between sewer and septic systems in your home? a. They are very similar b. 5.Yellow D.5” c. A 4” cast iron pipe with 1” insulation is to pass through a wall. How large a diameter hole is required to be cut? a.The only difference is in the type of pipes used.I. d. What is the color marking of cooper tube for medical purposes? A.None of the above 77. What are the most common causes of sink blockages a. deposits of solids and clogging.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 a. water tight d. What feature should be provided to make the maintenance efficient and effective? a. both a & b . constructed and maintained as to guard against fouling. The drainage system in the building should be designed. adequate water supply 84. What is that valve recommended for installation that that call for throttling? a. check valve d. angle valve 83. gate valve c. adequate water seal traps c. gas tight 82. Smoke tight b. grease and hair d. adequate cleanouts b. air tight c. Which does not apply to the plumbing system? a. Electricity d. Steam b. adequate vent pipes d. solidified detergents and toothpaste c. Oil 81. toilet paper and air freshener b. Gas c. globe valve b. What is the color of PPR? A. Early d. Find the rise of the raft.25 cm C. water closet 86. 4 89. 2. meter that is floating on a fresh water lake. 1. A man weighing 70 kg jumps on a raft with an area of 4 sq. Which of the fixture need to be provided with individual vent to avoid the transmittal or surge effect to other fixture trap connected to a branch drain: a. 3. a. laundry tray c. Initial c.5 cm B. Final b. 2. How many eight bends are required to make a 45 deg.25 cm (X = [(70kg*9. 1 b.75 cm D. A.81m/s^2 ) /( 9810N/m^3 * 4m^2 )]*100) 87.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 85. the plumbing inspector shall inspect the work. Green B. Upon completion of the plumbing installation and before ____ approval is given. kitchen tray d. 2 c. Pre 88. turn? a. Yellow . 3 d. bathtub b. Catch basin c. Air break c. Air force d. and shall furnish such assistance as may be necessary in making the inspection. a. a and b 91. Effluent pump d. Sump pump 93. Sewage grinder pump c. White D. a. Appliances c. It depends to the manufacturer 90. Apparatus b. Camping unit transfer container d. Vulcanizing gap . ______ means a type of sewage pump which macerates wastewater consisting in part of sewage. Which of the following is considered to be the best method for connecting an indirect waste to a sanitary drainage system? a. None of the above 92. The plumber shall have present the proper _____ for making the tests.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 C. Sewage pump b. a. Campsite receptor b. _______ means a type of stationary holding tank used to collect and hold wastewater discharges generated by an individual camping trailer or recreational vehicle. Tools d. Air gap b. Scum d. Exposed wall hung unit b. as it may constitute a hazard and is unsightly. Relief Vent B. Connector 96. or both.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 94. coagulation or sedimentation of wastewater. A. Sludge b. The plumbing code is used to: . a. Drip pan elbow c. Mixing valve c. Suction diffuser d. a. Looped Vent C. _____ means the accumulated floating solids generated during the biological. Bell b. Bedpan washer hose 95. ______ means a device supplied with hot or cold water.physical or chemical treatment. ______ means the portion of a pipe that is enlarged to receive the end of another pipe of the same diameter for the purpose of making a joint. Vacuum breaker d. Sewage 98. Local Vent D. a. Utility Vent 97. Slime c. and located adjacent to a water closet or clinical sink to be used for cleansing bedpans. This is used for basement or underground public restroom wherein a vent stack may not be posible to extend 3 meters above the ground. Water heater b. explain way plumbing installations may vary d. enforce the law b. a. confuse the plumber c. Are used to keep operating pressure lower than the supply pressure 101. _____ means an excavation which receives domestic wastewater by means of a drain system without pretreatment of the wastewater and retains the organic matter and solids permitting the liquids to seep from the excavation. When flow controls are installed on gas pipng. Cistern c. Final . Must be equipped with a backflow preventer d. Refuse d. they_________. a. a. Hot water faucet c. HWT is a common abbreviation for a: a. Cesspool b. Holding tank 102. Must not contain sediment traps c. A ____ inspection shall be made when the plumbing system is roughed−in and before fixtures are set.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 a. Water holding tank d. Rough−in b First rough c. None of the above 100. None of the above 99. Second rough d. Must be accessible b. Gray water is a Water color 106. Full bathroom b. _____ means a method of venting 2 to 8 traps or trapped fixtures without providing an individual vent for each trap or fixture. . a. Demand load c. Gray water is a type of waste water that comes from: a. What is that term with reference to the load producing effect on the plumbing system for different kind of plumbing fixtures? a.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 103. Fixtures value d. ______ means a pipe or channel outside a building which conveys storm water from the roof or gutter drains to a storm drain. Stack vent 105. a. lavatory and a bathtub or shower located together on the same floor level. Auto vent c. Three-quarter bath d. and bathtubs c. Flush tank volume b. Fixture unit 107. Bathroom group c. _____ means a water closet. None of the above 104. Sinks. Circuit vent b. Toilets b. showers. Toilets and garbage disposals d. Individual vent d. storm sewer or to grade. Major outfall 108.3 m c. Cleanout . both a & c 109. _____ means an accessible opening in a drain system used for the removal of obstructions. 0.65m d. sill cocks are normally protected from backflow with________. hose bibs. Plumbing auger c. Check it out on Google. a. d. A reduced –pressure backflow preventer 111. Ask your plumber to draw you a diagram. An air gap b. Adequate channel c. 1. An vacuum breaker d. An air break c. Drain pipe d. Examine the pipes under your house or in the basement. Control measure d. b. c. 1 m b.2m 110. repost What is the depth of the building sewer when installed? a. a. Water heaters. 0. How can you get to know the drainage system better? a. Leader b.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 a. Cleanout plug b. Depth= 3. Tasted c. What device prevents gas from entering a building? a. Escutcheon c. Collar plate 113.81=depth) 115. a. Caulk . Filtered d. Fluer d.48 m d. Depth= 2.None of the above 116.48 m b. Back flow preventer b. Measured b.3 Kpa. P-Trap c. a. Depth = 1.48 m c. It covers the hole in the wall or fixture as well as the faucet stem. Anti-syphon valve d. Polybutylene piping should never come into contact with the following: a. This is the term for a decorative metal trim shield or flange located underneath a faucet handle. Depth= 1.20m (24. Petroleum based materials b. Gray water that enters a collection reservoir must be_________. Dove tail b.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 112. a. Monitored 114. A pressure gauge on a non-pressurized holding tank reads 24.3kpa/9. Find out how many meters of water are in the tank. until: According to code. A. the drainage system or any part thereof shall NOT be covered a. Size of manhole in a septic tank. Sledge c. 51 mm (Nearest Answer rather than letter a) d. it has been tested c. Copper d. 150 mm chb wall . The required elevation of inlet pipe to the outlet pipe in a septic tank. alum 121. 508 C. Of the pipe b. Floe d. after a plumbing inspector has been called b. 503 B. None of these 120.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 c. a. 600 119. Drywall B. 500 D. Whole dia. Of a pipe c. Salty solution or Petroleum Jelly 117. it has been inspected d. Scum b. Best location to put soil pipes? A. The jelly like substance being formed in the process of coagulation? a. 1/2 the dia. 1. it has been approved 118. clean out C. 10 cm c. Automatically B. Deburr the inside of the pipe c. Manually C.plug D. most leaking joints are caused by a worker’s failure to: a. Cut the pipe in meter box 124. Electrically D. Fitting at the end of water service pipe? A. 15 cm b.cap 126.2. How many units do the controversial article 3.5 B. 20 cm 125. 5 cm d. Apply solvent primer to the joint surfaces d. Of PD 1096 otherwise known as the national building code limits the practice of master plumber? A. In a solvent-cemented plastic piping system.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 C.2. Mechanically 123.50 . The top cover and the manhole of a septic tank usually extended above the surface of the ground to overcome surface water infiltration a. Pipe chase D. How does the safety feature of a service hot water system work? A.2. Box up with column 122.gate valve B. Mark all fitting and pipe for positioning b. 20 D. Who is empowered to administer the provision of R.10 127.drinking fountain . Chlorination 130. which can cause Clogging of pipes Impaired laundry and cooking. to whom shall the plumbing engineer coordinate and cooperate? A. Architect B. Tradesman D.A. Authority Having Jurisdiction d. President of the Philippines b.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 C.faucet D. Sedimentation D. 1378? a. Civil Engineer 129. Owner C. In order to accomplish the plumbing work rapidly as possible. Aeration E. Which of the fillowing is prohibited fixture inside public toilet room? A. The Board of Examiners for Master Plumber c. which is the best solution for this? A. Hardness is another problem for water distribution because of Presence of magnesium and calcium salts. Administrative Authority 128.bidet C.slop sink B. Boiling C. Chemical treatment B. ceiling. 120 psi 134. 17. 20 psi C. sedimentation C. 34. wood. concrete 132. Thirty two years old C. What is the minimum age requirement for an appointee to become a member of the Board of Master Plumbers? A. What is the minimum allowed uniform gauge pressure in the piping system if an air test shall be made? A. Thirty years old D.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 131. Thirty five years old B. Twenty eight years old 133. wooden C. Who was the President of the Republic of the Philippines who signed the "Plumbing Law of the Philippines"? . leaving these matters in the container. Sleeves shall be provided to protect all piping through ____ and ____ walls. then drawing the water out. A.7 psi D. concrete.5 kPa B. masonry B. aeration B. floor. reverse osmosis D. A. A method of purifying water wherein particles of matters that are suspended in the water are allowed to stay in a container so that they will settle in the bottom. concrete D. purification 135. a lavatory and a shower Half Bath = Toilet and lavatory only .SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 A. a tub and a shower Three Quarters bath = a toilet.10% D. According to the fire code of the philippines what is the required slope of all horizontal runs of dry standpipes system for purpose of drawing? A. 5% B. Joseph Estrada B.a lavatory.no tub or shower 139. Which of the following is an impairment of the quality of potable water which creates a hazard to public health through poisoning or the spread of disease? .2% 138. Pressure controller D.Wedge plug C.20% C. What delivers water under pressure? A. Globe valve for steam and hot water? A.Conventional 140. Sump pump C. Ejector B. Diosdado Macapagal C. Full bath = a bathroom with a toilet. Ferdinand Marcos 136.Composition B. Ramon Magsaysay D.Angle valve D. Centrifugal pump 137. The size of the columns will be larger C. A. The Gas emitted will deteriorate concrete . Pipes will interfere with reinforcing Bars B. A. Which is NOT the reason? A. 1-1/4 inch B. 1/8 inch per foot 144. Three-inch horizontal drainage piping shall be run in practical alignment and at a uniform slope of not less than ____. Imbalance B. 1/16 inch per foot C.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 A. 1-1/2 inch C. Cracks and leaks cannot be detected D. Sufficient volume D. There are several reasons why soil stacks are not allowed in columns. Risk danger C. What feature in water supply is NOT advisable to plumbing fixtures. 1 inch D. devices and opportunities? A. Without undue noise 142. 1/4 inch per foot B. Contamination 141. The tailpiece for a lavatory shall not be less than ____. 1-3/8 inch 143. Bacterial quality B. Adequate pressure C. 1/2 inch per foot D. Backflow D. What do you mean by "zero Ph" ? A. What is a "powder room"? A. a.quarter bath D. 30mm .half bath B.base C. Cross-connection 146. What is the minimum height of raised letters on an iron or bronze sign that will read "Connection to Dry Standpipe"? A.acid B. 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. Gate valve d. 25 mm B. type L hard c. type M soft b. Copper tube permitted for underground water distribution.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 145. Elbow c.none of the above 147. 3/4 inch C.alkaline D. 20 mm D.neutral 149. DWV 148. type K soft d.full bath C. Sharp curve b. providing this is the most critical utility requirement. shut-off valve. 1 1/4" B. Elbow C. check valve. Long sweep D. or adding sodium silicate. which can cause Corrosion of non-ferrous pipes and Rusting & clogging of steelpipes. Passing the water through a bed of crushed marble or limestone to achieve alkalinity.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 150. The discharge from a sump pump shall have the following fittings installed in order. Aeration D. Nipple B. coupling. Plays an important part in the plumbing system. in the direction of flow: a. check valve c. and also known as a "Universal Solvent" . shut-off. Non of the above 154. shut-off valve b. 2 " D. shut-off valve 151. The minimum trap of a bidet? A. Reducer 153. check valve. 3" 152. union d. What fitting is needed in a clean-out if the pipe sized is 6" diameter? A. which is the best solution for this problem? A. 1 1/2" C. Chlorination for removing salt contents C. union. check valve. union.) B. Acidity is one of the most problems in water distribution and water purification. .SHORE WELLS 157.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 A. Sewage B.Reversed osmosis C. The diameter ranges from 2 to 30 inches. The well is lined with metal.CAPILLARITY D.Well C.HEAT ABSOPTION/CAPACITY C.DISSOLVING ABILITY 158. A. Chloride D. Pump having a plunger that move back and forth within a cylinder equipped with check valves.Soil bearing 156. This is a portion of the rain water which has percolated into the earth to form underground deposits A. These are dug with earth augers are usually less than 30 meters (100 ft) deep.The cylinder is best located near or below the ground level. The other physical properties of water is ability to climb up a surface against the pull of gravity A.DRIVEN WELLS D. A.SURFACE TENSION B.Sedimentation B.DUG WELLS B. Raw water is made to pass on pipes of tiny sieves (strainers) and exposed to air of fine mist to purify it.Cistern D. Water C.BORED WELLS C. Purified water 155.Aquifers B. vitrified tile or concrete.Aeration 159. TURBINE PUMP D.TURBINE PUMP D.SURFACE TENSION B. A. A.RECIPROCATING PUMP C.Long neck 163.CAPILLARITY D. They should be large enough to contain at least one day’s supply for the entire building in case the city main is temporarily shut off.SUBMERSIBLE PUMP 160.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 A. It contains an impeller mounted on a rotating shaft.SEDIMENTATION D.Gooseneck B. the larger tanks often being divided into two compartments. [U-shaped?] A. Known as the “Universal Solvent” A. The pipe from the pump to the tank should be across connected to the city main so that the water may be pumped directly from the main in case of fire.CENTRIFUGAL PUMP B. Properties of water.SUBMERSIBLE PUMP 164.HEAT ABSOPTION/CAPACITY C.RECIPROCATING PUMP C.CENTRIFUGAL PUMP B.AERATION 162. Physical process in which the sediment particles collide with each other and stick together.30M and the other end is 0.FLOCCULATION C.Ball cock D. One end is 0.COAGULATION B.90M long. This prevents the pipe from snapping (breaking?)when the soil settles. that can dissolved everything . These tanks are used so that the pneumatic .DISSOLVING ABILITY 161. is a tank constructed of riveted or welded steel plate.Corporation cock C. The rotating impeller increases the water velocity while forcing the water in to a casing thus converting the water’s velocity into higher pressure. is a pump used to deliver water at a point higher than the position of the pump itself.Force pump 166.Water is soft & pure and is suitable for the hot water supply system B.30 cu.Lift pump B. Advantage of Using Rain water is? A./day D. valve ‘A’ is closed and water in the cylinder is forced out through valve ‘B’ and up to the storage. /day 168.50 c.SUCTION TANK D.Water that is natural and purified by natural means D. A.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 tank or other pumps suck the water from this tank and not from the public main.Submersible pump C. [A pump that uses pressure to move liquid] A. m. valve ‘B’ is closed and ‘A’ open to admit water to the cylinder. A.Non of the above .300 gpm B.Water is available everyday C. 4”x2” Wye and 2 1/8” bend combination B. When the plunger (a piston) descends. 4”x2” Tee D. A fitting installed at a branching tee from a horizontal soil branch to a horizontal waste branch.CISTERN TANK C.u.WATER TANK B.500 gpm C. 4”x4” Tee C. When the plunger is raised. 4”x4” Wye and 4 1/8” bend combination 167.PNEUMATIC TANK 165. so that it will not deprive the neighbors of water due to pressure. Amount of waste discharged for a waste water treatment facility A.m. A.) B.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 169.DUG WELLS C. Upon the piston’s down stroke valve ‘A’ opens and A.Lift pump B.Chlorination for removing salt contents C.Globe valve 171. Upon the piston’s upstroke. lakes. which is the best solution for this problem? A.Non of the above 170.Natural Water . valve ‘A’ closes and valve ‘B’ opens.Aeration D.The point may be driven into the ground to a depth of up to15meters(50ft).Force pump 173. A mixture of surface run-off and ground water. A pump consist of a piston traveling up and down within a cylinder which is connected with a pipe extending down into the source. Surface sources includes rivers.Corporation cock C.SHORE WELLS 172. or adding sodium silicate. which can cause Corrosion of non-ferrous pipes and Rusting & clogging of steelpipes.Rain Water D.Ground water B. A.Gate valve B.Submersible pump C. Acidity is one of the most problems in water distribution and water purification.DEEP WELLS D.Check valve D. ponds and impounding reservoirs. A. A steel drive-wellpoint is fitted on one end of the pipe section and driven into the earth.Passing the water through a bed of crushed marble or limestone to achieve alkalinity. A stop valve in a service pipe close to its connection with a water main.Natural surface Water C.DRIVEN WELLS B. The piston and the bottom of the cylinder are each provided with a valve opening upward. 3/8” D. Circuit vent 179. A. What is the size of supply valve for tank type water closet? A. at the air boot fitting 177.I.STREET ELBOW or TEE B.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 174.Fitting 175.Wye C. A kind of G. Relief vent B. fitting that has one end external threads. A.Bushing B. 1” 178. 3/4” B. at a practical location at angles and elbows C. while the other end has internal threads. Where are dampers installed to regulate the amount of cool air for an even distribution to outlets? A.Elbow 176.I. What is a type of vent applied on installations with multi-branch interval where the vertical vent pipe takes off in front of the first fixture and connects to a main vent stack? A. Loop vent D. 1/2” C. A kind of G. Yoke vent C. at the branch supply duct as far as practical from the outlet D. fitting used as a reducer from a bigger diameter to a lesser diameter. at the trunk ducts B. What is a device installed on top of a pressure tank used to protect against hydrostatic collapse due to suction or negative pressure resulting from back-siphonage in a downfeed water distribution system? .Reducer C. Main pipe D. 51 mm (2”) B. ultraviolet radiation D. NAWASA C. The minimum height of fire service connection from the grade line is ____ cms.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 A. totally dissolves solids while some useful minerals are retained? A. 64 mm (2 1/2”) 182. D. Water utility pipe 181. A. A. reverse osmosis 180. pressure relief valve Water as delivered by NAWASA is no longer safe for drinking because of several contaminants from the water source present in the environment. air volume control valve D. water undergoes several stages. 38 mm (1 1/2”) D. What is a stage in water purification. The standard size of an outlet of a dry standpipe located for each floor is ___mm. carbon filtration B. which removes mineral deposits. 46 cms. aeration C. B. 100 cms. Water service pipe B. 183. salts. pressure reducing valve B. 35 cms. It is now therefore imperative that water to be safe for drinking has to undergo water purification in several stages. Because of several contaminants. vacuum breaker valve C. The term used to the main water pipe delivering potable water to a building is called A. The maximum horizontal developed length between the trap seal and the vertical vent inlet at the trap arm. diameter. heavy metal. 50 cms. . C. 76 mm (3”) C. angle valve C. globe valve D. B. In a water distribution system. A. ball valve D. 102 cms. The maximum height of a fire service connection from the grade line is ______ cms. These valves work by the principle of a: A. Minimum water delivery in liters per minute for an outlet of a wet standpipe at a residual pressure or 1.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 A. This is because these valves are beautiful and are maintenance-free. gate valve B. A. check valve B. 132 liters per minute B. Any pipe in the plumbing system provided to ventilate a house drainage system and to prevent trap siphonage and back pressure. ball valves C. 4 feet D.8 kilos per sq. 5 feet C. 130 cms. 6 feet B. angle valve 188. 122 cms D. 3 feet 184. 112 liters per minute C. 185. Which of the following in the list is a full open valve? A. 155 liters per minute D. 126 liters per minute 187. globe valve 186. A. 120 cms. locations such as supply pipe to every water heater requires a full open valve. mts. C. Single lever valves used in kitchen sink and lavatory faucets or at shower valves has gain popularity in plumbing installation today. waste pipe . 6 cu. A. 110 liters B. vent pipe C. jet pump C. 100 liters C. installed at any stack or branch of a plumbing rough-in for the purpose future tap. house trap 189.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 B. A type of water pump with its pump motor installed on the surface attached to a lift and push rod to activate a submerged piston. soil pipe D. reciprocation pump B. stub out 192. A suitable and economical type of water pump for a 200 ft. sump pump B. meters of cold water daily with peak demand. A. branch C. circuit vent C. yoke vent B. driven wall to deliver 10gpm against 200 ft. submersible pump D. A. 120 liters . A vent used in a battery of plumbing fixtures where the vent is installed in front of the last fixture of the battery. sump pump C. The Develop Height (TDH) where the motor and pump is located is at the surface. tail piece B. A. stack vent D. A residence with 12 family members requires 3. relief vent 190. jack pump D. clean out D. A term used for a pipe extension of not more than 2 feet in length. centrifugal pump 191. What is the maximum hot water probable hourly demand? A. turbine pump 193. 32 mm B.FOX HOLE 196. Acid Resistance Cast Iron Pipe B. can be constructed with hand tools or power tools-depth of about 15 meters (50 ft)can have the greatest diameter that a space may allow A. Pressure relief valve B. what should be the size of its vent pipe? A. Ductile Iron Pipe 198. 38 mm D. A cast iron pipe in which the carbon is reformed by magnesium inoculation.DUG WELLS B. 25 mm C. A device used to control an incoming high water pressure into the water distribution system by mechanical means so as to bring it to a working pressure of 80 psi. Good corrosion resistance makes this type of pipe especially useful in underground installations. Galvanize Steel Pipes C. 5 gallons B. Galvanize Wrought Iron Pipe D. 140 liters 194. 50 mm .HOLE WELLS D. resulting in a material having high strength without otherwise changing its basic properties. 100 gallons 197. Assuming the waste pipe of a fixture is 50 mm. Pressure reducer C. Pressure reducing valve D. Pressure regulator 195. 40 gallons D. 30 gallons C.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 D.DEEP WELLS C. A. How many gallons do an average daily consumption of a Bathtub? A. A. Tuberculation B. A. Flange C. Pressure head . Suction lift. C. Union B. Suction head. Galvanized wrought iron pipe C. A type of material made from mild steel that is drawn through a die and welded. Union D. D. Acid resistance cast iron pipe 202. Bushing 201. A. A. A. B. 3" B. Cast iron pipe D. which treatment serves to some degree the pipe against the effect of acids. 6" D. Discharge head. Galvanized steel pipe B. its main use is to produce iron from ore. It s dipped in bath of zinc. Coagulation 200. A. Smelting D. A fitting with a projecting collar along the edge used on installation requiring increased area coverage for added mechanical strength. The vertical distance from the centerline of the pump (this would be the shaft on a horizontal pump) to the level in the discharge vessel. None of the above 203.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 199. A form extracted metallurgy. Maximum depth of trap seal shall be____unless special circumstances dictate otherwise. Carbonation C. 4" C. What is the total pounds of pressure on the plunger when pumping against 125 lbs. Vertical installation of double sanitary tees maybe used when the barrel of the fitting is atleast ______than the largest side inlet. A.atmospheric pressure 205. per sq. The pressure when no water is flowing? a. inch? A.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 204. Atmospheric pressure = Absolute pressure + gauge pressure D.) open nipple . 12. (Pressure= Force / area . Gauge Pressure = Absolute pressure + atmospheric pressure C. A type of nipple having both ends externally threaded and the midsection unthreaded.5 pounds) 206. 3 pipe size larger D.) Kinematic Pressure 208. 13.) Static Pressure c. None of the above 207.5 lbs. Absolute Pressure = Gauge pressure . 1 pipe size larger B. inch divide by 10 sq inch = 12. D. 14.5 lbs.5 lbs. P= 125 lbs / sq.5 lbs. 11. inch. Absolute pressure = Gauge pressure + atmospheric pressure B.) Flow Pressure b. a.) Atmospheric Pressure d. Fire Protection question: Which of the following is correct? A. 2 pipe size larger C. If the total working area of the plunger of a pump is 10 sq. C. B.) nipple b. ) Back Pressure b. a. DETOXIFICATION D. A vertical enclosure with a removable cover providing access to a curb cock.) clockwise with the pipe facing the traverse side d. Caulk joint shall be firmly packed with oakum or hemp and powered received with pure load what that depth of lead over oakum? a. 13 mm (½”) 212. Shutoff valve B. 32 mm (1 ¼”) c. CHLORINATION B. Is often assessed by measuring the coliform group of indicator organisms. What is the proper way to wind a Teflon on a pipe thread? a. A water treatment processes designed to destroy disease-causing microorganisms.) Backwater Pressure 211.) tapped nipple 209.) shoulder nipple d. Curb box C. The flow of water or wastewater in pipes in a reverse direction from that normally intended.) clockwise with the pipe facing you b. Manhole 210. A. A.) Back Siphonage d. DISINFECTION C.) none of the above .SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 c. 25 mm (1”) b.) counter-clockwise with the pipe facing you c. Corporation stop D. 38 mm (1 ½”) d.) Backflow c. DISSOLUTION 213. 3 b.) magic-touch c. A faucet with a pullout spout.) one-touch d. a. lavatory or laundry tubs that can be connected to a single trap. sometimes called a _______ faucet? a.SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 214. 4 d. 5 .) sensorize 215.) easy-touch b. How many single compartment fixtures of sinks. 2 c. SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 . SPLBE – MASTER PLUMBER 2015 .