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PRACTICAL
Instruction: Mark only one answer for each item by shading the box corresponding to the letter of
your choice on the answer sheet provided.

1.A beginner at the trade who usually serve 3 to 5 years as helper to journeymen?
a. Journeyman
b. Apprentice Plumber
c. Master Plumber
d. Apprentice
2.A tool fast and easy grip used on constricted spaces or close to a wall. It has a solid housing
which keeps it from breaking or wrapping under normal use?
a. End Pipe Wrench
b. Spud Wrench
c. Rap Wrench
d. Rapid Grip Wrench

3. What is the retention time in hours for grey water?

a. 2 hrs
b. 8 hrs
c. 24 hrs
d. 2 days

4. A galvanized steel pipe can be cut with a _______ and a_______.

A. Reamer and a pipe cutter
B. Pipe cutter and knife
C. Pipe Cutter and a hacksaw
D. Reamer and a Knife

5.Cast Iron Soil pipe is based on what standard?

A. ASTM A 888
B. ASTM F 1488
C. ASTM B 88
D.ASTM C 428

6. The maximum distance a gas shutoff valve may be from a gas appliance (except for range and
dryer connector is?
a. 6ft
b. 3ft
c. 2ft
d. 1ft

7. The minimum horizontal distance between water supply well and the building sewer is_____
a. 15.20 ft
b. 50 ft
c. 30.5 ft
d. 30 ft

8. Which of the following is not considered a suds-producing fixture?

A. Kitchen sink
B. Bathub
C. Lavatory
D. Washing machine

9. What would cause the stoppage if hot water is constantly used to clear clogg?
A. Accumulated coating of soap suds.
B. Accumulated coating of food resins
C. Accumulated coating of grease.
D. Accumulated coating of mineral salt

10. When it takes more soap and water to clean laundry, the water is ____________.
A. Hard water
B. Turbid
C. Acidic
D. Alkaline

11. For a leaking concrete water tank due to crack, which of the following repair material is
most suitable and
economical to seal the crack without disrupting the water supply of the building?
a. Concrete epoxy adhesive
b. Concrete mortar
c. Conrete grout
d. Water plug

12. Loss of water seal in traps can occur in any following ways, except for ___________?
A. evaporation
B. Vacuum
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C. Cappilary attraction
D. Oscillation

13. Strap wrench is equipped with __________ to give good tight grip for a polished pipes?
A. Strong Woven nylon
B. Strong woven polyurethane nylon
C. Strong woven leather
D. Strong woven polymer

14. Piping on the ground shall be laid on ________?

A. Wooden stakes
B. Firm bed
C. Concrete blocks
D. Common Bricks

15. What is the minimum dimension of a septic tank manhole?

a. 508mm
b. 545mm
c. 450mm
d. 445mm

16. Maximum depth of earth cover of disposal field lines?

a. 1.5”
b. 18”
d. 30”
c 12”

17. You were instructed by your supervisor to evacuate the area, what should you do?
A. Go to a safe area outside the premises.
B. Stay 50 ft away from the area
C. Stay in the area
D. Roam around the building.

18. What is the most probable cause for bath tubs that won’t hold water?
A. Leaking trap
B. Defective strainer
C. Vent blockages
D. The tub waste outlet is not adjusted.

19. The loss of the trap seal due to a minus or negative pressure in the drainage system is
called ___________.
A. Back pressure
B. Vaccum
C. Siphonage
D. Evaporation

20. Thickness of sheet lead for safe pans shall not be less than?
a. 1.6mm
b. 1.16mm
c. 1.61mm
d. 1.66mm

21. What material should the fixed manhole inspection be made of?
A. Steel
B. Aluminum
C. Galvanized Steel
D. Wrought Iron

22. For aging water distribution pipes in a building whose leak are inaccessible for repair, what
will you recommend ?
A. Re- pipe the whole water distribution system with better suitable pipes
B. Install by-pass pipes directly to fixtures
C. Install pressure reducing valves (PRV) in strategic location
D. Change accessible pipes

23. Which wrench has a double jaw which gives fast, ratchet- like action in either direction?
A. Basin wrench
B. Monkey Wrench
C. Chain wrench
D. Pipe Wrench

24. When the shower head do not spray water evenly, the most probable cause is _________.?
A. Defective shower arm
B. Defective shower valve
C. Defective shower riser
D. Mineral salts clog up the shower head orifice
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25. For a water supply system,if there is too much pressure at the supply main, what should be
installed in the system.
a. Pressure reducing valve
b. AVB
c. DC
d. PVB

26. This is a seldom occurrence of seal lost in the drainage system and this is caused by the
suspension of foreign objects; such as strings , rags, etc; into the trap seal extends over the
outlet arm of the trap. This is called _________.
a. Capillary Action
b. Backpressure
c. Evaporation
d. Siphonage

27. It is used to close an end of a pipe.

a. Plug
b. cap
c. oakum
d. ferulle

28. Condition or any arrangement whereby reverse flow can occur.

a. Backflow connection
b. Siphonage
c. Pressure
d, NOTA

29. Where the number of water closets in a floor exceed 20, how many of these shall be provided
to the disabled person?
a. 3
b. 2
c. 1
d. 4

30. Identify “D”

a. Re-use water distribution pipeline
b. Hot water distribution pipeline
c. Cold water distribution pipeline
d. Cold water line for fixture

31. Identify “E”

a. crown
b. air gap
c. air chamber for pipe noise
d. cold water distribution pipe

32. A type of wrench having a heavy sprocket chain that is slipped around a pipe and then
attached to a wrench handled. It is used on piping works especially large size metal pipes and in
areas that is not easily accessible.
a. Spud Wrench
b. Chain Wrench
c. Strap Wrench
d. Rapid Wrench

33. To determine rim washing: a water soluble ink is marked on a bowl surface; after initial
flush, no line segment can exceed ½ inch,and aggregate of all segments must not exceed?
a. 3inches
b. 2inches
c. 1inch
d. ½ inch

34. An eye protection device with flexible frame, they are secured on the face with an elastic
headband?
a. Faceshield
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b. Goggles
c. mask
d. NOTA

35. What is the size of clean-out for a pipe size 64 Ø mm?

A. 38mm
b. 51mm
c. 64mm
d. 78mm

36. What is the Maximum height between vertical supports of Copper pipes?
a. 10 ft
b. 5 ft
c. 7 ft
d. 3 ft

37. _______ is the result of a pressure surge, or high pressure shockwave that propagates through
a piping system when a fluid in motion is forced to change direction or stop abruptly.
a. Waterhammer
b. Jet
c. Force
d. Capillary action

38. ______ are used to provide an outlet through parapet walls or gravel stops on flat and built
up roof to allow drainage of excess water.
a. Scupper Drain
b. Downspout
c. Leader
d. gutter

39. Sleeves shall be provide to protect all piping through _____ and _____ walls.
a. Concrete and metal
b. Slab and Concrete
c. Concrete and Masonry
d. NOTA

40. Horizontal hubless pipe shall be braced not more than 40-foot intervals to prevent ______?
a. Horizontal Movement
b. Vertical Movement
c. Horizontal and Vertical Movement
d. None of the above

41. When can a vertical piping be considered to be wet vented?

A. Between openings of vent pipe.
B. Between any consecutive inlet levels
C. On stack vent
D. When serving two water closet at different levels

42. Identify the plumbing tool indicated with letter E

a. diagonal side pliers
b. universal side cutting pliers
c. heavy duty side cutting pliers
d. long reach pliers

43. Identify the plumbing tool indicated with letter F

a. slim nose pliers
b. universal side cutting pliers
c. heavy duty side cutting pliers
d. long reach pliers

44. Identify the plumbing tool indicated with letter A

a. tongue and groove pliers
b. lineman’s side cutting pliers
c. heavy duty side cutting pliers
d. slim nose pliers

45. Identify the plumbing tool indicated with letter B

a. tongue and groove pliers
b. end cutting pliers
c. heavy duty side cutting pliers
d. water pump pliers

46._______ tool is used to clear blockages in drains and pipes. It consist of a rubber suction
cup attached to a stick usually made of wood or plastic.
a. Plunger
b. auger
c. Wrench
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d. Hammer

47._______ used to enlarged the ends of Lead Pipe.

a. Plug
b. Turn Pin
c. Yarning Iron
d. Pliers

48.________ is driven into or through a lead pipe to flare it or to straighten a buckle.

a. Plug
b. Turn Pin
c. Yarning Iron
d. Pliers

49.Which is that clarifier device with atleast three (3) cubic meters capacity designed and
installed to retain and separate grease serving one or more fixtures which is remotely located?
a. Grease Interceptor
b. P-Trap
c. Septic Tank
d. Drum Trap

50. Identify the tool indicated in letter E

a. Pipe Rimmer
b. Pipe Tap
c. Pipe Stock and Dies
d. Pipe Tap

51. Identify the tool indicated in letter K

a. Adjustable Wrench
b. Pipe Wrench
c. Basin Wrench
d. Monkey Wrench

52. Identify the tool indicated in letter J

a. Caulking Iron
b. Tin Snip
c. Soldering Copper
d. Caulking Iron

53. The plumber’s toolbox contains several different types of tools; in figure below can
you name the type of tool?
A. adjustable wrench
B. internal wrench
C. strap wrench
D. spud wrench
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54. The plumber’s toolbox contains several different types of tools; in figure below can
you name the type of tool?
A. quick acting tube cutter
B. vise grip
C. adjustable vise grip
D. spud wrench

55.The plumber’s toolbox contains several different types of tools; in figure below can
you name the type of tool?
A. fishing rod
B. sewer rod
C. flat sewer rod
D. closet auger

57. Plumbing symbol indicated in number 2

a. Service Sink
b. Wash Sink – Wall Type
c. Laundry Tray - Single
d. Urinal – Trough Type

58. Plumbing symbol indicated in number 10

a. Urinal Stall
b. Water Closet integral Tank
c. Drinking Fountain (recessed)
d. Wash Sink

59. Plumbing symbol indicated in number 7

a. Water Closet Tank Type
b. Water Closet Integral Tank
c. Water Closet (Flush Valve, Floor Outlet)
d. Water Closet (Flush Valve, Wall Hang)

60. Plumbing symbol indicated in number 6

a. Water Closet Tank Type
b. Water Closet Integral Tank
c. Water Closet (Flush Valve, Floor Outlet)
d. Water Closet (Flush Valve, Wall Hang)

61. Plumbing symbol indicated in number 9

a. Water Closet Tank Type
b. Water Closet Integral Tank
c. Water Closet (Flush Valve, Floor Outlet)
d. Water Closet (Flush Valve, Wall Hang)

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62. Identify indicated in Letter A
a. Emergency Shut Off
b. Water Control Diaphragm A
c. Diaphragm Actuator
d. Stainless Inlet Supply Connector
B
63. Identify indicated in Letter B
a. Emergency Shut Off
b. Diaphragm Actuator
c. Water Control Diaphragm
d. Stainless Inlet Supply Connector C

64. Identify indicated in Letter c

a. Emergency Shut Off
b. Diaphragm Actuator
c. Water Control Device
d. Stainless Inlet Supply Connector

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65. Identify indicated in number a
a. 90 screwed elbow
b. Gate Valve
c. Screwed Check Valve
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d. Globe Valve

66.Identify indicated in number b

a. 90 screwed elbow
b. Gate Valve
c. Screwed Check Valve
d. Globe Valve

67.Identify indicated in number e

a. Screwed Union
b. Screwed Lateral
c. Screwed Tee
d. Screwed Coupling

68. Identify indicated in number f

a. 90 screwed elbow
b. Gate Valve
c. Screwed Check Valve
d. Globe Valve

69. In Figure 1-A calculate the total WSFU, if WC = 5 and LAV = 2.

A. 14 WSFU
B. 7 WSFU
C. 12 WSFU
D. 10 WSFU
70. Calculate the total DFU as shown in
Figure 1-A, WC = 6, LAV = 3 and FD = 2?
A. 18 DFU
B. 11 DFU
C. 20 DFU
D. 20 WSFU

71. IAPMO means?

A. International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials
B. International Association of Plumbing and Master Plumber Officials
C. International Association of Plumbing and Master Electrician Officials
D. International Association of Plumbing and Mechanic Officials

72. A device installed in a drainage system to prevent reverse flow.

A. Gate Valve
B. Stop gate
C. Blow off Valve
D. Backwater Valve

73. An act to regulate the trade of master plumber.

A. RA 1378
B. RA 7920
C. PD 1096
D. RA 1596

74. To Determine solids removal: 100 polypropylene balls are placed in the toilet bowl:How many
must be removed in initial flush?
a. 80 balls
b. 75 balls
c. 60 balls
d. 55 balls

75. How many Bolt does a150LB flange with 100mm Nominal Pipe size have?
a. 10 bolts
b. 5 bolts
c. 8 bolts
d. 4 bolts

76. A nipple that is threaded its entire length?

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a. Long Nipple
b. Short Nipple
c. Close Nipple
d. NOTA

77.Is a three dimensional drawing in the plumbing system?

a. Plumbing Plan
d. Isometric Drawing
c. Elevation Drawing
d. NOTA

78. An ejector discharge line shall be provided with a______.

a. Check Valve
b. Backwater Valve
c. Gate Valve
c. Backwater Valve and Gate Valve

79. A water system containing storage water-heating equipment will require a_____.
a. Listed combination temperature and Pressure relief valve
b. Gate Valve and Check valve
c. Backwater Valve and Gate Valve
d. NOTA

80. Leaks in gas piping shall be located by applying ____

a. Water to the exterior of the piping
b. Water to the interior of the piping
c. Soap water to the interior of the piping
b. Soap Water to the exterior of the piping

81. Water closet set side by side shall be no closer than______?

a. 60 cm
b. 0.60 cm
c. 75 cm
d. 0.75 cm

82.What type of valve in a water system combines to protect against excessive temperature and
pressure build-ups?
a. Temperature and Pressure relief valve
b. Gate Valve and Check valve
c. Backwater Valve and Gate Valve
d. NOTA

83. Valve up to and including 51mm in size should be made of what materials?
a. Brass
b. Copper
c. Cast Iron
D. Plastic

84. The size of yoke vent that making the vent stack intersects with the drainage stack is______?
a. Not less in diameter than either the drainage or the vent stack, whichever is maller.
b. Less in diameter than either the drainage or the vent stack, whichever is smaller.
c. Not less in diameter than either the drainage or the vent stack, whichever is bigger.
d. Less in diameter than either the drainage or the vent stack, whichever is bigger.

85. The inspection of a gas piping system prior to covering or concealing such pipe is called?
a. Routine inspection
b. Site inspection
c. a & b
d. NOTA

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86.Type of shovel indicated in number 1.

a. Snow Shovel
b. Long-Handled Shovel
c. Grain Shovel
d. Trenching Shovel

87. Type of shovel indicated in number 2.

a.Snow Shovel
b.Long-Handled Shovel
c.Grain Shovel
d.Trenching Shovel

88. Type of shovel indicated in number 3.

a.Snow Shovel
b.Long-Handled Shovel
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c.Grain Shovel
d.Trenching Shovel

89. Labelled no.6?

a. Hot Water
b. Cold Water
c. Drinking Water
d. Hot Water Return

90. Part of P-Tarp indicated in number 3.

a. Outlet
b. Tail Piece
c. Trap Arm
d. Trap Weir

91. Part of P-Tarp indicated in number 8.

a. Lower Dip
b. Cleanout
c. Trap Weir
d. Adapter

92. Labelled no.4?

a. Gate Valve
b. Curb Stop
c. Stop Box
d. Corporation Stop

93. Determine the total water bill of the Engr. Marielle Gipala for the month of October 2022
when he consumed 78 cum using the tariff provided. The water meter is sized at 1/2" inches.How
much is the total water bill?
a. P3,666.00
b. P2,380.00
c. P1,390.00
d. P2,780.00

94. Part of flushometer valve indicated in number 3.

a. Tail piece
b. Stop Coupling
c. Control Stop
d. Cover

95. The plumber’s toolbox contains several different types of tools; in figure below can
you name the type of tool?
A. adjustable wrench
B. internal wrench
C. spud wrench
D. basin wrench

96. Part of flushometer valve indicated in number 9.

a. Concealed Pendant
b. Recessed Pendant
c. Pendant
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d. Upright

97. The plumber’s toolbox contains several different types of tools; in figure below can
you name the type of tool?
A. heavy duty chain wrench
B. adjustable wrench
C. chain block
D. closet auger

98. Indicated in number 4.

a.Foot Valve
b.Float Valve
c.Ball Valve
d.Gate Valve

99. The plumber’s toolbox contains several different types of tools; in figure below can you
name the type of tool?
A. heavy-duty pipe cutter
B. vise grip
C. adjustable wrench
D. wrench
100. The plumber’s toolbox contains several different types of tools; in figure below can you
name the type of tool?
A. pliers
B. channel-lock pliers
C. long nose plier
D. wrench