Plumbing Tools And Rules! Trivia Quiz
A beautiful home craves for perfect plumbing solution when it comes to clogging of dirt in basins, leakage in pipes, draining of unnecessary filthy materials and so on. There must be proper maintenance, plumbing installation, and repair job on every month basis for the clean and smooth functioning of taps, water tanks, toilets, kitchen sinks, etc. But for that, a wide range of plumbing tools is necessary to complete the maintenance work. This quiz has been created to test your knowledge about the tools and rules needed in plumbing work. So, let's try out the quiz. All the Read morebest!
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Your kitchen faucet is dripping from the spout. What is it you need to fix?
- A.
Change the whole faucet
- B.
Change the faucet stems (valves)
- C.
Change the spout
- D.
Change the washers (or seats/springs if washerless type)
- E.
Change the O-rings in the spout
Correct Answer
D. Change the washers (or seats/springs if washerless type)Explanation
If the faucet is dripping from the spout, normally, the washers or seat/springs are changed first. If there is a drip/leak coming from the handles, then the stem is at fault. (or cartridge)Rate this question:
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- 2.
When faced w/ a dripping faucet, and it is the older type (rubber washers and screw in seats), you take it apart to see the washer is ripped up some, but still intact. How do you tackle this problem?
- A.
Change the washer, only
- B.
Change the seat, only
- C.
Change both the washer and seat
- D.
Flip the washer around so the "good side" is showing
- E.
Tighten down on the seat
Correct Answer
C. Change both the washer and seatExplanation
A good way to judge if it's the seat or washer causing the problem is this: If the washer is ripped/chewed up, or there's nothing left, the seat is usually cracked or nicked. This rips the washer apart. If the washer is still smooth, but is just indented, then it's just worn down from use. Simply replace the washer.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What does MIP mean?
- A.
Male Inside Pipe
- B.
Male Iron Pipe
- C.
Metal Inside Plastic
- D.
Metal Into Plastic
Correct Answer
B. Male Iron PipeExplanation
Male Iron Pipe, a classification for identifying and sizing Iron Pipe. This is a male (threads on outside of pipe)Rate this question:
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- 4.
What are flare fittings primarily used for?
- A.
Acids
- B.
Air
- C.
Gas
- D.
Water
Correct Answer
C. GasExplanation
Most commonly found on gas applications, ie stoves, bbq's, dryers. Also found in home boiler systems to carry home heating oil.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What's the difference between an S Trap and a P Trap?
- A.
An S-Trap drains into the wall, A P-Trap drains into the floor
- B.
An S-Trap drains into the floor, A P-Trap drains into the wall
- C.
There is no difference
Correct Answer
B. An S-Trap drains into the floor, A P-Trap drains into the wallExplanation
An S-Trap drains into the floor, while a P-Trap drains into the wall. This means that the S-Trap is designed to connect to a drain pipe that is located below the level of the fixture, such as a floor drain. On the other hand, a P-Trap is designed to connect to a drain pipe that is located behind the wall, such as a wall-mounted sink. The difference in the direction of drainage allows for proper disposal of wastewater and prevents the entry of sewer gases into the living space.Rate this question:
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Normally, what diameter is a tailpeice for a bathroom sink?
- A.
1"
- B.
1 1/4"
- C.
1 1/2"
- D.
1 3/4"
- E.
1 7/8"
Correct Answer
B. 1 1/4"Explanation
A bathroom sink tailpeice is always 1 1/4". However, most often a 1 1/2" trap is used, with a reducing washer to accommodate the size difference.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Customer, "I am trying to change the handle on my toilet and it's not coming off. How do I get the handle off?" What do you tell them?
- A.
Use a pliers to take it off
- B.
There is a clip that needs to come off first
- C.
It's reverse threaded
- D.
Pull the handle out first then unscrew the nut
- E.
Twist the handle 1/2 way and then pull it out.
Correct Answer
C. It's reverse threadedExplanation
It's reverse threaded, so it has to be loosened by turning the nut CLOCKWISE.Rate this question:
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- 8.
The maximum units on a 2" horizontal waistline are
- A.
5
- B.
8
- C.
6
- D.
4
Correct Answer
B. 8Explanation
The maximum units on a 2" horizontal waistline are 8. This means that the waistline can accommodate up to 8 units of measurement, such as inches or centimeters. This suggests that the waistline is relatively wide or spacious, allowing for a larger size or more room around the waist area.Rate this question:
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- 9.
One fixture unit has a discharge capacity of
- A.
8 to 15 gpm
- B.
Up to 7 1/2 gpm
- C.
Over 20 gpm
- D.
18 to 20 gpm
Correct Answer
B. Up to 7 1/2 gpmExplanation
The correct answer is "up to 7 1/2 gpm". A fixture unit refers to the discharge capacity of a plumbing fixture. In this case, one fixture unit has a discharge capacity of up to 7 1/2 gallons per minute (gpm). This means that the fixture can handle a maximum flow rate of 7 1/2 gpm without any issues.Rate this question:
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- 10.
The length of a 1/2" appliance connector for a gas water heater shall not exceed
- A.
3 ft
- B.
6 ft
- C.
2 ft
- D.
4 ft
Correct Answer
A. 3 ftExplanation
The correct answer is 3 ft. This is because the length of a 1/2" appliance connector for a gas water heater should not exceed 3 ft. This is a safety measure to ensure that the gas connection is secure and there is no risk of leaks or accidents. A longer connector could increase the chances of gas leakage, which can be dangerous. Therefore, it is important to adhere to this maximum length requirement to maintain safety standards.Rate this question:
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