1.

The minimum distance between a cesspool and a water

supply line, as noted in Table 7, is?
(a) not recommended as a substitute for a septic tank
(b) 15 ft
(c) 100 ft
(d) 20 ft
2. Who originally proposed using drainage fixture units to
represent a fixture's load-producing effect on the plumbing
system?
(a) F. Munos
(b) F.M. Dawson
(c) H. Manning
(d) Roy B. Hunter
3. What approximate percentage of new home construction
employs a septic tank/ soil absorption sewage disposal
system?
(a) 30%
(b) 25%
(c) 20%
(d) 15%
4. The recommended septic tank capacity for a five-bedroom
home is _______ ?
(a) 750
(b) 1000
(c) 900
(d) 1250
5. The first step in the design of a substance soil absorption
sewage disposal system is ________ ?
(a) determine whether the soil is suitable for the absorption of
the septic effluent
(b) determine the area required for the disposal field
(c) calculate the fixture unit
(d) as certain the requirements
6. If a small amount of pipe exists between the threads of a
pipe it is call a short nipple. Its other name is ______ ?
(a) pipette
(b) shoulder
(c) coupling
(d) close nipple
7. Sewage pit connecting piping _________ .
(a) must be 6" in dia. minimum
(b) should be laid at a minimum grade of 2%
(c) must be at least 5 ft deep
(d) NOTA
8. A covered pit with an open-jointed or perforated lining into
which raw sewage is discharge is called a ____________ ?
(a) septic tank
(b) seepage pit
(c) cesspool
(d) NOTA
9. Distribution boxes _______ .
(a) are required by many codes
(b) should be use only when specifically required by the code
(c) all of these
(d) offer practically no advantage
10. A wye fitting has a catalog designation of 4 x 3 x 1 tee.
What does the second number 3, indicate?
(a) number of threads
(b) upstream size of main
(c) downstream size of main
(d) size of the branch
11. Which common formula for calculating flow in pipes is
meant for open-channel flow?
(a) hazen and william
(b) warcy-weisbach
(c) manning
(d) chezy
12. What is the maximum length of pipe having threads on both
ends such that it can be called a nipple?
(a) 15 inches
(b) 10 inches
(c) 8 inches
(d) 12 inches
13. The generally accepted pressure in a sanitary drainage
system is ________ .
(a) + / - 100 inch of water column
(b) + / - 0.1 inch of water column
(c) + / - 10 inch of water column
(d) + / - 1 inch of water column
14. The drain lines for distributing the effluent from the septic
tank should be spaced no greater than _______ apart.
(a) 3 ft
(b) 6 ft
(c) 9 ft
(d) 12 ft
15. The retention period of sewerage in a septic tank should be
_________ .
(a) 36 hours
(b) 6 hours
(c) 24 hours
(d) 12 hours
16. The primary purpose of a septic tank is to ___________ .
(a) act as settling tank
(b) chemically treat raw sewage
(c) vent doors to atmosphere
(d) distribute raw sewage to the leaching field
17. The absorption area to be provided for an individual
residence containing 3 bedrooms with a percolation rate of 3
minutes is recommended to be __________ .
(a) 400 sq. ft
(b) 300 sq. ft
(c) 100 sq. ft
(d) 200 sq. ft
18. A vertical pipe that carries away a clear water waste from
equipment and non-sanitary fixtures is called a ___________.
(a) water stack
(b) soil stack
(c) waste stack
(d) sanitary stack
19. Centerlines are always used to indicate the center of the
object. At most, you will find these as lines sued to show the
center of a circular object. What is this line made of?
(a) alternating long and two short dashes
(b) alternating long and short dashes
(c) successive short dashes
(d) successive long dashes
20. What drafting symbol can be used when a riser diagram
becomes too long to fit in a single page?
(a) a direction arrow
(b) double bar
(c) match line
(d) a footnote
21. What pipe is represented on drawings with alternating long
and short dashes?
(a) vent pipe
(b) hot water pipe
(c) cold water pipe
(d) drain pipe
22. These lines are thin and dark and are constructed with units
of one long dash, followed by two short dashes. These lines
indicate the scope of movement of a part has like showing the
path a door will follow when opened.
(a) extension lines
(b) phantom lines
(c) leader lines
(d) object lines
23. On what point of the pipe cross-section is the pipe's
elevation always referred to?
(a) center of pipe
(b) top of pipe
(c) bottom of pipe
(d) invert
24. It is a letter/ number designation assigned to each type of
fixture.
(a) fixture label
(b) item number/ letter
(c) fixture ID
(d) fixture schedule
25. What pipe is represented by a line consisting of a series of
short dashes?
(a) drain pipe
(b) vacuum pipe
(c) vent pipe
(d) gas pipe
26. What pipe is indicated in the plumbing plan with a solid
line?
(a) vacuum pipe
(b) hot water circulating pipe
(c) drain pipe
(d) fire protection pipe
27. According to the IPC, above what temperature can you
consider as hot water?
(a) above room temperature
(b) 212 deg F
(c) 60 deg C
(d) 120 deg F
28. These are dark and thick lines that indicates an object such
as wall. These are the lines you will see when used to indicate
the foundation and walls in the building as drawn in the plane.
(a) object line
(b) boundary line
(c) building line
(d) outline
29. Where is the best place to begin drawing a sanitary waste
and vent riser diagram?
(a) at the farthest point downstream on the main
(b) at the end of every outlet
(c) from the top of the vent stack down to the septic vault
(d) from the fixture down to the main sanitary waste pipe
30. What pipe is indicated in the plumbing plan having a series
of dashes with letter V separating the dashes?
(a) vacant pipe
(b) vinyl pipe
(c) vacuum pipe
(d) vent pipe
31. These are thin, solid lines that provide a stopping point for
the pointed ends of dimension lines.
(a) extension line
(b) leader line
(c) phantom line
(d) object line
32. These pipes are represented in plumbing plans with a
moderate dash, three short dashes and a moderate dash.
(a) compressed air pipe
(b) vacuum pipe
(c) hot water recirculating pipe
(d) fire protection pipe
33. Thin solid lines with arrowheads on each ends that will
indicate the measurement of the object.
(a) dimension line
(b) instructional line
(c) directional line
(d) meridian line
34. These pipes are shown as a series of units consisting of a
long dash and two short dashes.
(a) hot water pipe
(b) cold water pipe
(c) vent pipe
(d) drain pipe
35. Usually this is the thickest line in the drawing that is made
up of uniform dashes and ends with arrowheads.
(a) leader lines
(b) cutting lane lines
(c) extension lines
(d) object lines
36. What symbol that commonly appear on a domestic water
riser diagram are not necessary to show on a sanitary riser?
(a) direction arrow
(b) numbering of fixtures
(c) centerline
(d) elevation marking
37. A type of line used to show the location of a recessed object
in the plan and is made of short and thick dashes
(a) cutting plane lines
(b) recessed lines
(c) invisible lines
(d) hidden lines
38. What is the name of the washer that seals the bottom of a
lavatory bowl?
(a) cushion washer
(b) compression washer
(c) mack washer
(d) delta washer
39. What type of water closet that has a small hole in the
bottom that delivers water into the trap?
(a) washdown closet
(b) siphon jet water closet
(c) siphon action water closet
(d) reverse trap water closet
40. In the change of direction of waste piping from vertical to
horizontal, a long sweep or combination is utilized. From that
point on the change of direction, it is recommended not to
install any branch within the distance of 10 times the diameter
of horizontal pipe. What is the reason behind why a branch
should not be introduced?
(a) it is the portion where most of the blockage occurs
(b) to prevent the spilling out of waste into the branch
(c) due to presence of hydraulic pump
(d) to discharge the occurrence of blow-off
41. What is the name of the tool used to remove pits or rough
surfaces from valve or faucet seats?
(a) seat reamer tool
(b) seat driver
(c) seat planning tool
(d) seat dressing tool
42. In its operation, the gate valve uses a gate to stop the flow
within the pipe whereas the ball valve uses a ball. What is being
used by a butterfly valve to stop the flow?
(a) disc
(b) impeller
(c) compression seat
(d) butterfly
43. Why are the tank type water closets seldom used in public
toilet rooms?
(a) because of longer time needed to refill the tank after each
flushing
(b) the use flush valve is preferred as it will not occupy a larger
space compared to closets with tanks
(c) maintenance is a factor in dealing with tank type of water
closets
(d) tank breakage is a common problem encountered in tank
type closets used in public
44. Which of the two pipes when used on the same line would
react chemically and eventually cause corrosion?
(a) galvanized iron and PVC
(b) galvanized iron and brass pipes
(c) copper and brass pipes
(d) copper and galvanized iron pipes
45. What type of faucet is now most often used on plumbing
fixtures?
(a) swing type
(b) compression type
(c) swivel type
(d) wheel type
46. Which of the following supply pipe materials which could
resist water hammer and is good for alkaline water?
(a) cPVC pipe
(b) copper
(c) PE pipe
(d) galvanized pipe
47. Aside from lavatory, what is the other common fixture that
is provided with overflow?
(a) urinal
(b) slop sink
(c) bathtub
(d) kitchen sink
48. When fixtures are constructed on pervious materials, what
specific condition is not permitted?
(a) they must not be able easily as pervious materials absorb
water and may enhance brittleness
(b) they must not have waste outlets that can retain water
(c) these fixture must not be left uncleaned
(d) they must not be dare, instead linings must be laid on the
surfaces
49. Aside from letting excess water escape below the flood
level rim of the fixture, what is the other purpose of the
overflow?
(a) facilitate in the removal of foreign matter
(b) to maintain the depth of trap seal
(c) serves as a vent to the fixture
(d) protect against self-siphonage
50. What fitting will be used in a water supply line if it used to
join two pipes of different materials that would eventually
generate corrosion?
(a) sovent union
(b) ionizer
(c) dielectric union
(d) adapter
51. What is the only tool used to assemble no-hub pipe and
fittings?
(a) adjustable wrench
(b) offset wrench
(c) monkey wrench
(d) torque wrench
52. What joint of pipe is being made if the pipe ends is being
beveled?
(a) solder joint
(b) compression joint
(c) sweat joint
(d) welded joint
53. What type of joint is used if one end of the pipe is flared?
(a) solder joint
(b) compression joint
(c) welded joint
(d) sweat joint
54. Which of the following plumbing materials is most
susceptible to damage from water that contains calcium
carbonate?
(a) PB
(b) cast iron
(c) B.I.
(d) copper
55. Which of the water closets is the most efficient, the quietest
and the most expensive of the water closets?
(a) washdown
(b) siphon action
(c) reverse trap
(d) siphon jet
56. What type of water closet whose trap is found at the front
of the bowl and the bowl is flushed by small streams of water
running down from the rim?
(a) siphon jet
(b) washdown
(c) siphon action
(d) reverse trap
57. What has been accomplished when a bead of solvent
cement shows around the plastic fitting in the plastic pipe
fittings?
(a) that there is an excessive use of solvent cement
(b) an improper jointing was made
(c) that the proper amount of solvent cement was used in
making the joint
(d) that the pipe and fitting need to be twisted or turned around
to have complete coverage
58. Approximately how much amount of lead will be poured on
a 4" cast iron joint?
(a) 4 lbs
(b) 4 kgs
(c) 2 lbs
(d) 2 kgs
59. A reinforced concrete pipe and vitrified clay pipe are
example of a stone based piping. Which of the following is also
referred as stone based pipe?
(a) cast iron pipe
(b) fiberglass pipe
(c) ABS pipe
(d) black iron pipe
60. What must bathtubs be provided when recessed into the
finished walls?
(a) they must have waterproof joints
(b) a sufficient leg and elbow room
(c) a drum trap must be provided
(d) sufficient space for other fixtures
61. To prevent the cast iron from breaking unevenly, what
support must be considered before the pipe is cut?
(a) use a miter box
(b) place supports at the end of pipe length
(c) support the pipe on its entire length
(d) lay the pipe on a board of wood or mount of earth
62. What is the main problem in using copper pipes especially
when it will be used together with other pipe materials?
(a) kinking
(b) cavitations
(c) catalysis
(d) electrolysis
63. What may happen if a cold or damp ladle is plunged into a
pot of lead?
(a) the lead will not be homogeneous thus it will not stick to the
joint
(b) the ladle will stick to the lead
(c) the lead will solidify
(d) the lead will explode
64. Which of the following is the best method of cutting cast
iron soil pipe that is rigidly in place?
(a) soil pipe cutter
(b) grinder
(c) hammer and chisel
(d) hacksaw
65. Flux compound is applied at the joint when soldering
copper pipes. What is the main function of flux compound in
the soldering process?
(a) to enable the solder to penetrate the joint completely
(b) to stop the formation of slag on the inside of the pipe
(c) to lessen the expansion of copper when the heat is applied
during the soldering process
(d) to prevent the entry of the soldering lead into the interior of
the pipe
66. What happens when moist air is trapped in a horizontal vent
pipe?
(a) can cause corrosion on the pipe
(b) can block the passage of warm air into the system
(c) being dense, the plumbing system is disturbed
(d) lead to the creation of vacuum spaces
67. Which of the non-ferrous pipe material is the most popular
material for use in the plumbing system?
(a) aluminum
(b) galvanized iron
(c) brass
(d) copper
68. Which of the following is a type of joint is not used in joining
copper pipes?
(a) threaded
(b) brazed
(c) flared
(d) soldered
69. The overflow passageway from a fixture must be connected
to what portion of the plumbing system?
(a) into the vent stack
(b) into the drain
(c) on the outlet side of the fixture trap
(d) on the inlet side of the fixture trap
70. Why is that annealed copper should be used for
underground installation?
(a) it could handle the stresses and forces an encountered in
underground applications
(b) being a hard copper, it is an ideal material for underground
installation
(c) ease in making repairs for such piping made underground
(d) annealed copper are highly resistant to corrosion and other
chemical reactions that is common to occur for underground
installations
71. Where must a vent pipe be connected to a horizontal soil or
waste pipe?
(a) above the centerline of the soil or waste pipe
(b) at the side of the soil pipe
(c) at the underside of the pipe
(d) at the invert of the soil or waste pipe
72. Which of the following gives the correct classification of
bends?
(a) by the degree of turn and by diameter of the bend
(b) by the radius of the curve and by the amount of sweep
(c) by the diameter of the bend and by the radius of the curve
(d) by the degree of turn and by radius of the curve
73. In what way is a compression joint similar to a slip joint in
copper piping?
(a) both are applicable to annealed copper tubing
(b) both use a washer and lock nut to achieve a tight joint
(c) both have flared ends which will be compressed using slip
nuts
(d) both use a threaded nut in compression to form a joint
74. In what condition does the PVC pipe become brittle?
(a) exposed to too much heat
(b) when it is not used for a longer duration
(c) when exposed to sudden change in temperature
(d) in cold weather
75. What is the symbol or designation given to a standard
weight cast iron pipe?
(a) SV
(b) SW
(c) B.I.
(d) C.I.
76. What fitting is used when it is necessary to replace a
section of soil pipe or install a fitting into an existing pipeline?
(a) sovent system fitting
(b) Kafer fitting
(c) reducer
(d) offsets
77. When are 1/8 offsets generally used?
(a) used to carry horizontal soil or waste lines whenever there is
a change in direction
(b) used when the side takeoff is smaller than the through
section
(c) used in charge of direction from branch drains to building
main drain
(d) used to carry the soil or waste lines past obstruction
78. Which of the following fitting should not be used within a
sanitary installation?
(a) increaser
(b) 1/4 bend
(c) double branch tapped tee
(d) double branch straight tee
79. Combination wye and 1/8 bends are used to make changes
of direction of how many degrees?
(a) 90 deg.
(b) 45 deg.
(c) 22.5 deg.
(d) 67.5 deg.
80. What is the main reason why the use of brass as a piping
material became less popular?
(a) it is not recommended in most plumbing codes
(b) because it contains lead
(c) unavailability of some of its alloy
(d) it is very expensive piping material
81. What is the term used for a tee that enters the straight
through section of the fitting on a downward curve?
(a) take off
(b) drainage pattern
(c) bend
(d) sweep
82. Straight tees are used in what section of the DWV system?
(a) sewer line
(b) septic tank
(c) drainage
(d) vent
83. What is the greatest advantage of using DWV plastic pipe
and fittings for residential sanitary system?
(a) resistance to deposit formation
(b) lightweight compared to other pipes
(c) ease in installation
(d) accessibility in materials
84. In sprinkler system, what is the common type of joint used
wherein a special coupling is used to connect the two ends?
(a) welded joint
(b) bolted joint
(c) rolled joint
(d) flanged coupling
85. This method of joining the pipe is sometimes referred to as
a mechanical joint. What type of joint is this?
(a) welded joint
(b) butt joint
(c) flanged joint
(d) soldered joint
86. What is the minimum size of cast iron soil pipe being
manufactured for use in a DWV system?
(a) 1-1/2"
(b) 3"
(c) 4"
(d) 2"
87. Both the sanitary cross and straight cross are used in the
piping system, however they are not permitted to be used in?
(a) horizontal line piping
(b) ventilation system
(c) drainage line
(d) sewer line
88. What is the system used in correlating the many metal
alloys and is indicated in pipes for the identification of the
users?
(a) Universal Numbering System
(b) Systeme Internationale
(c) International Numbering System
(d) Unified Numbering System
89. Aside from being used in testing a system for leaks, what is
the other use of a test tee?
(a) used as an accessory to the ventilation system
(b) used as floor drain
(c) used as a permanent cleanout
(d) used as a reserve fitting
90. What precaution should be taken when pliers are needed to
loosen a chrome swing spout lock nut?
(a) as not to destroy the chrome finish, use the pliers on the
spout portion only
(b) do not apply too much pressure on the plier
(c) use two pliers, one is for clamping while the other is used
for turning
(d) wrap round nuts with adhesive tape to avoid destroying the
chrome finish
91. What pipe is indicated in the plumbing plan with a solid
line?
(a) drain pipe
(b) fire protection pipe
(c) hot water recirculating pipe
(d) vacuum pipe
92. What characteristics has an oakum in the lead and oakum
joint that is lacking in other joint?
(a) oakum act as absorbent on the foul odor coming out of the
sewer line
(b) the wet oakum will expand thus making the joint gas and
watertight
(c) oakum could serve as a cushion during the caulking of lead
(d) though cast iron is a rigid material, the oakum could make
the joint flexible
93. Which of the following give the correct reason why the DFU
value in vent pipe sizing is the same as that of waste pipe
sizing?
(a) waste water will also pass through vent pipes like that of
wet vents
(b) the vent pipes are integral parts of the entire plumbing
syste,
(c) the amount of air required by plumbing system is
proportional to the amount of waste flowing in the drainage
pipe
(d) all of the listed reasons
94. When a cut is necessary in a hub and spigot system from
what type of pipe should the pipe is cut in order to avoid waste?
(a) none of the listed
(b) hubless
(c) single hub
(d) double hub
95. This is often referred to as the starting point of a storm
water drainage system?
(a) valley of root
(b) ridge of roof
(c) roof drain
(d) gutter
96. What is the opening in a plumbing fixture that allows waste
to escape into the sanitary waste system?
(a) drain
(b) overflow
(c) trap
(d) vent
97. A soft copper tubing is known as annealed copper. What is
the name given to a hard copper tubing?
(a) slurry copper
(b) brass
(c) alloy
(d) drawn copper
98. Most of the vents are sized to be at least 1/2 the sized of
the drain it serves. One half of the size means it is 1/2 of
which?
(a) diameter of the pipe
(b) cross section area of the pipe
(c) perimeter of the pipe
(d) wetted perimeter
99. If the projecting walls are opposite from each other, what
will be the percentage that will be added to the roof area?
(a) 50%
(b) 75%
(c) 0%
(d) 35%
100. Why do single handle mixing faucets last longer than other
types before repairs are being made?
(a) water hardness is minimized because of the presence of hot
water, so friction is neglected
(b) in expensive of the user
(c) because only one handle is being used
(d) because of fewer contacts between the washer and the seat