1.______ pressure is the other term for back pressure.

A. Plenum B. Momentum C. Siphonage D. Oscillation

2.What is the best fixture for a public comfort room?

A. Fill Valve B. Gate Valve C. Flushometer D. Faucet

3. What is the color of pipes for steam?

A. Gray B. Light Blue C. White D. Blue

4.A term used to describe pumps that are interconnected with each
other?
A. Group B. Gang C. Series D. Battery

5. Where will you least place a downspout?

A. Between window opening
B. Inside columns
C. At corner walls
D. Wall hung

6.Name that tool that is made of boxwood, dogwood or lignum vitae, and
it is used for dressing or working sheet lead, and lead pipe bends,
bath traps.
A. Turn pin B. Dresser C. Drift Plug D. Shave hook

7. A tapered coupling used for joining a pipe to another of larger

size(Diameter).
A. Increaser B. Reducer C. Reducing Coupling
D. Eccentric reducing coupling

8. A registered master plumber is consulted to install pipping system

for water, gas, steam and oil. What king of pipe is recommended?
(Bonus)

A. Cast iron pipe B. Lead pipe C. PVC pipe D. Copper Pipe

9. What is the minimum length of time before a jointed plastic pipe be

subjected to pressure test?
A. 1.5 Hours B. 2 Hours C. 2.5 Hours D. 3hours

10. The allowable tensile stress of wrought iron steel pipe is 750
psi. It is to be used for hot water supply with working pressure of
300 psi. What schedule of the pipe should you specify?
A. 20 B.40 C.80 D.160
11. Manufactured in rigid length(Hard temper) and are available in
lengths by foot and in straight lengths and other type is flexible
(short temper) which is manufactured in lengths ranging from 30 to 60
feet in coil form.
A. Copper Tube B. Brass pipe C. Vitrified Clay Pipe D. Plastic
or Synthetic Pipe

12. A plastic or synthetic Flexible tube suitable for use with hot
and cold water pressure system. Has excellent chemical resistance to
acids but is not suitable for fuel, gasoline or kerosene distribution
systems.
A. Polybutylene (PB)
B. Polystyrene (PS)
C. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
D. Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF)

13. What is the deice used to support the water supply riser?
A. U- Bolt B. Eye log bolt C. Iron ring D. Pipe rest

14.What does type “ACR” copper tube stands for?

A. Air conditioning and refrigeration
B. Automatic content recognition
C. Active cavity radiometer
D. Alkali Carbonate Reaction

15. The phenomenon called water hammer, brought about by sudden

closing or opening of Valves can be controlled by installing devices
above each faucet such as these:
A. Air chamber B. Check Chamber C. Vacuum Chamber D. Shock
absorber

16. When making screwed joints in a potable water system, apply

sealing compound on?
A. Fitting thread only
B. Temperature above 60deg F.
C. Brass piping only
D. Male thread only
17. Which of the following should be used for lubricating during
threading process?
A. Water soluble
B. Machine Lubricating oil
C. Crankcase oil
D. Sulfur-lard oil

18. Which of the following is not a type of lavatory?

A. Splash-back B. Ledge-Back C. Reverse Trap D. Countertop

19. In solvent-cemented plastic pipping system, most leaking joints

are caused by workers failure to:
A. Mark all fitting and pipe positioning
B. Deburr the inside of the pipe
C. Apply solvent primer to the joint
D. Cut the pipe in the meter Box

20. Aside from the proper sizing of house drain, the other factor in
the installation is the grade, what is the grade, what is the pipe
pitch necessary to have adequate flow throughout the length and
assure through discharge of waste water.
A. 1/4 in/ft
B. 1/8 in/ft
C. 1/2 in/ft
D. 1/16 in/ft

21. A schedule of 80 wrought iron pipe can withstand a steam pressure

up to?(Allowable stress= 750psi)
A. 150psi B. 200psi C.400psi D.600psi

22. Which of the following listed fitting do not have the similar
function?
A. Cap B. Blind Flange C. Plug D. Blank Flange

23. The _______ is the most suited to prevent the entrance of leaves
and other debris that may get into the downspout.
A. Plastic screen B. Wire basket C. Metal screen D. Basket
strainer
24. Is an equipment used to transmit water from underground or above
ground storage tank, going higher level or elevated tank.
A. Booster Pump B. Transfer Pump C. Sewage ejector pump
D. Sump pit pump

25. _______screws are externally threaded fasteners with torquing

heads, which feature a cruciform socket with radial indentations that
are set at 45 degrees from the main cross.
A. Flat Head B.Pozidriv C. Security Torx D. Torx

26. How many liter of water can a waterless urinal save a year?
A. 50,000 liters B. 150,000 liters C. 100,000 liters
D. 200,000 liters

27. Dielectric unions are used to?

A. Prevent corrosion
B. Connect Plastic to Copper Pipes
C. Prevent shocks
D. Ground metallic pipe

28. When a short pipe is threaded what will you use?

A. Nipple Chuck B. Hollow Jumper C. Solid Jumper D. Pipe
tong

29. What circumstances should the curb stop be used?

A. When water pressure is low
B. When water pressure is excessive
C. When the water must be controlled
D. When water pressure can cause flooding

30. What is the tin content in a brass fitting?

A. 5% B. 10% C. 20% D.15%

31. What is the standard pressure in NAWASA?

A. 50 psi B.70 psi C. 40psi D. 60 psi

32. Is it allowed to pump in series?

A. No B. Maybe C. Yes D. None of the above

33. As per BPP 344, Accessible ramps shall have a gradient not steeper
than_____?
A.1:20 B. 1:12 C. 1:24 D. 1:6

34. Which of the following is a sustainable/Green products as ASPE?

A. High flow fixtures C. Tank type water Heater
B. Cold water recirculation D. Water sense rated product

35. What do you call a pipe branch branching out to many openings?
A. Manifold B. Splitter C. Divider D. Multiplier

36. Which is the most economical way to remove mineral salts deposit
to shower head?
A. Put a Filter
B. Prick shower holes with pin
C. Replace shower head
D. Wash shower head with vinegar

37. Piper material with high compressive strength but low tensile
strength.
A. UPVC Pipe B. Copper Pipes C. Concrete Pipes
D. Asbestos Cement

38.Is a tool used to grip, position twist Cut, tighten or loosen

various things. It consists of two handles, a pivot, cutters, and a
head.
A. Snip B. Plier C. Screwdriver D. Closet snake

39. Also called a “machinist hammer”.

A. Ball peen hammer
B. Curved claw hammer
C. Hand drilling hammer
D. Ripping claw hammer

40. Is a tool used to remove broken threaded ends of pipe or fittings.

A. Pipe tap
B. Pipe Extractor
C. Pipe die/Threader
D. Pipe reamer

41. Which of the following is used to keep a metal clean while

soldering?
A. Emery Cloth B. Torch C. Flux D. Insulator

42. An alloy of copper and tin and small amount of phosphorous:

A. Brass B. Bronze C. Iron D. Tin

43. An instrument used to measure the color of water.

A. Turbidity rod
B. Aquascope potentiometer
C. Osmoscope
D. Tintometer

44. A type of polymer used for Styrofoam cups and clam shell food
container.
A. Low density polyethylene (LDPE)
B. Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)\
C. Polypropylene (PP)
D. Polystyrene (PS)

45. A type of polymer used for labels bottles and housewares.

A. Polypropylene (PP)
B. Low density polyethylene (LDPE)
C. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
D. Polystyrene (PS)

46. Are highly concentrated liquid wastes produced in landfills.

A. Aerosols B. Urea C. Leachates D. Nitrogen dioxide

47. A type of polymer used for grocery bags and food wraps.
A. PS B. LDPE C. PP D. UPVC

48. A type of polymer used for detergents, milk bottles, oil

containers and toys.
A. PEX B. ABS C. HDPE D. PVC

49. Temporary working men facilities:

A. 1 sink and 1 urinal for 50 workmen
B. 1 Drinking fountain and 1 urinal for 10 workmen
C. 1 WC and 1 urinal for 30 workmen
D. 1 WC AND 1 SINK FOR 20 WORKMEN

50. A red spiral line painted on a pipe section identified the pipe as
________.
A. Cast Iron pipe C. Copper pipe
B. Wrought-Iron pipe D. Brass pipe.

51. A brewery plant requires a piping system to convey beer, ale,

spirituous liquor, and distilled water. What kind of pipe to be used?
A. Black Tin pipe C. Cast Iron pipe
B. Copper pipe D. Terra-cotta pipe

52. A hotel requires hot and cold water supplies. What kind of pipe is
best suited?
A. Cast Iron pipe C. Galvanized Wrought-Iron pipe
B. Copper pipe D. Plastic/Synthetic pipe

53. A registered master plumber is consulted to install piping system

for water, gas, steam and oil. What kind of pipe is recommended?
A. Cast Iron pipe C. Lead pipe
B. Plastic pipe D. Wrought-Iron pipe

54. What kind of pipe to be used where heating panels are considered
in concrete slabs for the purpose of melting snow?
A. Plastic pipe C. Lead pipe
B. Wrought-Iron pipe D. Terra-cotta pipe
55. When cutting pipe that coated internally with enamel or glass,
delicate core should be taken to avoid cracking or chipping the
internal coating. What kind of tool that should never be used for
cutting such pipe?
A. Adjustable Hacksaw B. Wheel pipe cutter
B. Pipe reamer D. Square-edge pipe cutter

56. A variation of pipe wrench with a swiveling serrated jaw and

knurled control knob located between the frame forming the head and
the handled of the wrench?
A. Pipe Wrench
B. Stillson wrench
C. Rap Wrench
D. End Pipe Wrench

57. In a screwed connection, always begin to screw by hand and make

sure the fitting turn readily after the length of approximately
A. 2 threads B. 3 threads C. 4 threads D. 5 threads

58. The handicapped fixtures are usually designed for people with less
physical ability than the general public, for the handicapped toilet
requirement, the height is higher than standard toilet. What is the
height of the handicapped fixtures?
A. 18 inches B. 16 inches B. 20 inches D. 34 inches

59. In preparing of a mortar or form a sticky mass to be squeezed into

the bell of clay pipe for a cement joint, the mixture will be
A. One percent cement, one percent fine sand and water
B. Pure cement and water
C. Two part cement, one part sand and water
D. Two part sand, one part cement and water

60. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) pipes used for drain waste vent (DWV) are
manufactured based on standard set by this organization
A. AWWA B. ANSI C. ASTM D. CS and PS

61. Is securing equipment or materials preparation for lifting by

means of rope, chain or web sling.
A. Rigging B. Locking C. Securing D. All of the Above

62. The best solder for brazing/soldering joints is

A. Alloy B. 95-5 tin antimony C. 50-50 tin alloy D. None of the Above
63. This is used to remove square and octagonallyshaped threaded
faucets. It has a right angle bar with one end for square nuts and
other octagonal.
A. Valve seat tool
B. Closet wrench
C. Basket strainer wrench
D. Basin wrench

64. The explosion of molten lead when pouring into the hub of G.I.
pipe when preparing a caulk joint is caused by:
A. Wet and watery hub end
B. Overheating of lead
C. Sudden cooling of pig lead
D. Dirty hub end

65. Is a person who has completed apprenticeship training in a trade

and skilled in a particular field.
A. Apprentice B. Journeymen C. Superintendent D. Estimator

66. Yoke and base are made of strong, dependable iron. It has hardened
ally steel jaws and convenient pipe rest and bender.
A. Bench Strainer Wrench
B. Portable tristand Chain Vise
B. Bench Yoke Vise
D. Bench Chain Vise

67. s an eye and face protection device that covers the entire face
with a plastic shield.
A. Face Shield
B. Goggles
C. Shield
D. Mask

68. Is a temporary wiring used to supply power to portable electric

tools and equipment.
A. AC/DC regulator
B. Extension Cord
C. Wiring Line
D. All of the Above

69.Is a plumbing design in which centrally located manifolds

distribute water to each fixture with dedicated hot and cold water
lines.
A. Home Run B. Distribution Run C. Main run D. Base Run

70. How does a safety mechanism of a hot water system work?

A. Manually B. Mechanically C. Automatically D. Electrically

SITUATIONAL

Situation 1 – FIGURE 1
71.In figure 1, what type of screw head is C?
A. Hex B. Phillips C. Torx D. Pozidriv

72. In figure 1, what type of screw head is J?

A. Security torx B. Torq-set C. Pozidriv D. Spline Drive

73.In figure 1, what type of screw head is G?

A. Hex B. Hex socket C. Phillips D. Torx
74. In figure 1, what type of screw head is B?
A. Phillips B. Torx C. Double hex D. Security torx

Situation 2 - Plate 1

75.In Plate 1, what type of Backflow prevention device is B?

A. Reduce pressure backflow prevention assembly.
B. Double check valve assembly
C. Atmospheric vacuum breaker
D. Pressure vacuum breaker

76.In Plate 1, what type of Backflow prevention device is A?

A. Reduce pressure backflow prevention assembly.
B. Double check valve assembly
C. Atmospheric vacuum breaker
D. Pressure vacuum breaker

77.In Plate 1, what type of Backflow prevention device is C?

A. Reduce pressure backflow prevention assembly.
B. Double check valve assembly
C. Atmospheric vacuum breaker
D. Pressure vacuum breaker

Situation 3 – Plan 1
78. In plan 5, identify the part labelled e?
A. Bushing B. Coupling C. Cap D. Dead-end

79. In plan 5, identify the part labelled a?

A. Check valve B. Globe valve C. Butterfly valve D. Gate valve

80. In plan 5, identify the part labelled d?

A. Bushing B. union C. Coupling D. Increaser

81.In plan 5, identify the part labelled b?

A. Check valve B. Globe valve C. Butterfly valve D. Gate valve

82. In plan 5, identify the part labelled c?

A. Check valve B. Globe valve C. Butterfly valve D. Gate valve

Situation 4 – Detail 3

83. In Detail 3, identify item b?

A. Auto levelling assembly
B. Water control device
C. Tank overflow assembly
D. Emergency shut-off

84. In Detail 3, identify item c?

A. Auto levelling assembly
B. Water control device
C. Tank overflow assembly
D. Emergency shut-off

85. In Detail 3, identify item d?

A. Auto levelling assembly
B. Water control diaphragm
C. Tank overflow assembly
D. Emergency shut-off

86. In Detail 3, identify item e?

A. Auto levelling assembly
B. Water control diaphragm
C. Tank overflow assembly
D. Emergency shut-off

87.In Detail 3, identify item f?

A. Fixture gasket
B. Emergency Shut-off
C. Tank overflow assembly
D. Stainless inlet supply connector

88.In Detail 3, identify item g?

A. Fixture gasket
B. Emergency Shut-off
C. Tank overflow assembly
D. Stainless inlet supply connector

Situation 5 – FIGURE 7

89.In figure 7, what tool is E?

A. Tongue and groove pliers
B. Locking pliers
C. Linesman pliers
D. Fencing pliers

90. In figure 7, what tool is B?

A. Fencing Pliers
B. Cutting pliers
C. Needle nose pliers
D. Slip joint pliers
91. In figure 7, what tool is D?
A. Fencing Pliers
B. Cutting pliers
C. Needle nose pliers
D. Wire Stripper

92. In figure 7, what tool is C?

A. Fencing Pliers
B. Linesman pliers
C. Needle nose pliers
D. Wire Stripper

Situation 6
93. In plan 6, what is the dimension of d in item E?
A. 15cm B. 20cm C. 30 cm D. 45cm
94. In plan 6, what is part c in item E?
A. Overflow line B. Rim C. Lavatory D. Critical level
95. In plan 6, what is a in item B?
A. Main vent
B. Main soil and waste vent
C. Branch Vent
D. Fixture trap vent

96. In plan 6, what are the limiting dimensions of a in item A?

A. 30 to 200 cm

B. 10 to 25 cm

C. 0.50 m to 1.00 m

D. 300 to 400 cm

97. In plan 6, what is part b in item A?

A. Horizontal Vent B. individual vent C. Branch vent D. Circuit

vent

98. In plan 6, what is part c in item A?

A. Back vent

B. Individual vent

C. Main soil or waste vent

D. Unit vent

Situation 10- Plate 10

99. Plate 10 is a matrix schedule for the computation of water bills of a
certain water utility supplier (water district). If the concessionaire for a
1-inch service pipe for residential is 45 cubic meters, how much is the bill
for the month?

A. 1588 php B. 1885 php C. 8158 php D. 1858 php

100. Plate 10 is a matrix schedule for the computation of water bills of a

certain water utility supplier (water district). If the concessionaire for a
1/2” inch service pipe for government is 8 cubic meters, how much is the bill
for the month?

A. 326 php B. 226 php C. 236 php D. 378 php

FIGURE 1- Type of Screw Heads
FIGURE 2 – P- Trap
FIGURE 7- Types of Pliers
PLATE 1 – BACKFLOW PREVENTIION ASSEMBLY

PLAN 5
Detail 3- Parts of water closet