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This document contains a 20 question multiple choice quiz on topics related to pressure vessel inspection and codes. The questions cover topics such as types of discontinuities detected by radiography, applicable ASME code editions, weld joint efficiency factors, and non-destructive examination methods. The quiz is intended to test knowledge of pressure vessel inspection standards and qualifications.

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API 510 PC 20 31 Aug05 Bench Mark

This document contains a 20 question multiple choice quiz on topics related to pressure vessel inspection and codes. The questions cover topics such as types of discontinuities detected by radiography, applicable ASME code editions, weld joint efficiency factors, and non-destructive examination methods. The quiz is intended to test knowledge of pressure vessel inspection standards and qualifications.

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BENCH MARK QUIZ

Note: Encircle the letter of only one alternative which you think is most appropriate.

1.

Which of the following types of discontinuities is not normally detected by


radiography?
a.
b.
c.
d.

2.

API 510 __________ be used as a substitute for the original construction of


pressure vessels before it is placed in-service.
a)
b)
c)
d)

3.

Vessel engineer;
Owner-user or the inspector
Corrosion Engineer
NDE engineer

ASME Sec. VIII Div. 1 is based on factor of safety equal to


a)
b)
c)
d)

6.

Better Tensile Strength


Better toughness
Better high temp. properties
None of above

Who establishes inspection interval for thickness measurements, and external


visual inspections.
a)
b)
c)
d)

5.

Shall not
Should
May
Shall

Compared to ASTM A 515 Gr. 60 plates, ASTM A 516 Gr. 60 plates


have:
a.
b.
c.
d.

4.

Cracks
Incomplete penetration
Laminations
Slag

4
3
3.5
2.5

Identify incorrect statement from following, if any.


a.
b.
c.
d.

A welder performing procedure test is also qualified in that position.


Supplementary essential variables become essential variables when impact test
is specified.
For procedure qualification, the test can be performed in any position
as the position is not essential variable for procedure qualification.
None of above is incorrect statement

BENCH MARK QUIZ

7.

In plate specification A 516 Gr. 70, the letter A indicates:


a.
b.
c.
d.

8.

That material is ASME material. (A for ASME)


That material is Ferrous material
That material is Non-Ferrous material
None of the above

The symbol which indicates ASME code stamping for vessels manufactured to
ASME Section VIII Div. 1 is
a)
b)
c)
d)

U1
U2
U
None of these

9.

What will be the applicable mandatory Edition and addenda for ASME Sec.
VIII, Div. 1 to be used If contract for manufacturing a new vessel was signed
on 14 December 2004?
a.
2001 edition and 2002 addenda
b.
2001 edition and 2003 addenda
c.
2001 edition with 2004 addenda
d.
None of the above

10.

Term E used in shell thickness formula in ASME Sec. VIII Div.1, represents
weld joint efficiency, whose value is equal to 1, if:
a.
b.
c.
d.

11.

Longitudinal and circumferential welds are radiographed for their


entire length
Longitudinal welds are radiographed for their entire length and
circumferential welds are spot radiographed .
Both welds are spot radiographed
a and b above

A restoration work by weld-overlay was carried out on corroded wall of vessel


and it can now be used as per the design conditions of the vessel. This
activity will be termed as:
a.
b.
c.
d.

Renewal of vessel
Repair of vessel
Alteration to vessel
Re-rating of vessel

BENCH MARK QUIZ

12.

In certain MP. Check of pr. Vessel, The size of "indication" for a certain
discontinuity was seen as 4 mm but after the MP. Check and using magnifying
glass it was seen having actual size as 2.5mm only. If stipulated acceptance
criteria for that type of discontinuity was 3 mm, your decision is:
a.
b.
c.
d.

13.

ASME Code requires averaging of impact test values of how many specimen
for the relevant acceptance criteria.
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)

14.

2
3
4
None of these

A stainless steel weld has a crack open to the surface . Which NDT method
will reveal it effectively?
a.
b.
c.
d.

15.

The size of indication is higher than 3mm. Reject.


The size of discontinuity is lower than 3 mm, Accept.
Depends on opinion of Examiner.
Depends on the procedure adopted for MPI, i.e dry or wet particles.

Liquid Penetrant
Magnetic particle
Radiography
All of above.

PQR document normally may be revised and re submitted for acceptance.


a.
b.
c.
d.

True
False
Depends on company policy
Depends on Third party inspectors discretion.

16.

Hot tapping is best described by statement:

17.

a. It is technique of preheating the vessel wall to specified temperature and


tapping with 1lb. rounded hammer to detect wall thinning
b. It is technique of providing a tapping connection while the system is in
operation
c. It is technique of fixing a on/off tap on drain nozzle of pressure vessel
d. It is act of pre heating the component before using the tap and die for
threading so that less effort is required for threading operation.
Which of the following represent grouping of weld-metals in ASME IX?
a.
b.
c.
d.

P Nos
F Nos
S Nos
A - Nos

BENCH MARK QUIZ

18.

A inspector should be stricter while carrying out inspection on:


a.
b.
c.
d.

19.

PT examination is used to detect the surface cracks in welds as well as in


base metal plates. For proper detection,
a.
b.
c.
d.

20.

Longitudinal Joint
Circumferential Joints
Both are equally critical as per ASME Sec. VIII, Div.1
Depends on QA plan

We should allow higher penetrant time on weld


We should allow higher penetrant time on plates
Penetrant time on weld as well as plates is same
Depends on type of penetrant used.

As per ASME Sec. VIII Div. 1, Weld joint category means:


a.
b.
c.
d.

Type of weld, i.e. Single V type, Double V type, U type etc.


Type of weld i.e. Full penetration, partial penetration etc.
Location of weld i.e. longitudinal, circumferential, nozzle attachment
weld etc.
Type of weld joint, i.e., Butt-weld joint, fillet weld joint, lap joint, etc.

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