Master Plumbing Tools: Hand Tools and Power Tools for Pros

Question 1

Which hand tool is specifically used to cut and shape pipes?

Accepted Answer

Hacksaw

Answer

Adjustable wrench

Answer

Plumber's snake

Answer

Pipe bender

Question 2

Which of the following is a safety precaution for using hand tools?

Accepted Answer

Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

Accepted Answer

Use tools only for their intended purpose

Accepted Answer

Never use a damaged tool

Accepted Answer

Store tools safely when not in use

Question 3

Within the context of plumbing, which power tool is utilized for the purpose of cutting and modifying pipes?

Accepted Answer

Reciprocating Saw

Answer

Circular Saw

Answer

Belt Sander

Question 4

Which **hand tool** is designed specifically for **cutting and shaping** metal pipes?

Accepted Answer

Pipe cutter

Answer

Screwdriver

Answer

Wrench

Answer

Hammer

Question 5

What is the **primary function** of a torque wrench?

Accepted Answer

To tighten nuts and bolts to a **specific torque value**.

Answer

To cut wires and cables.

Answer

To loosen stuck nuts and bolts.

Question 6

Which **safety measure** is crucial when operating a power drill?

Accepted Answer

Wearing **safety glasses and gloves**.

Answer

Pointing the drill directly at your face.

Answer

Using a drill bit larger than the hole required.

Answer

Holding the workpiece with bare hands.

Question 7

What is the **key difference** between a flathead and a Phillips head screw?

Accepted Answer

Flathead has a **single straight slot**, while Phillips has a **cross-shaped recess**.

Answer

Phillips is exclusively used for wood screws.

Answer

Flathead is larger than Phillips.

Question 8

Which **power tool** is most appropriate for **grinding and polishing** metal surfaces?

Accepted Answer

Angle grinder

Answer

Impact wrench

Answer

Circular saw

Question 9

Describe the **correct technique** for holding a pipe wrench.

Accepted Answer

With the handle in the palm of your hand and the **jaws facing forward**.

Answer

With the handle between your thumb and forefinger.

Answer

With the jaws facing backward.

Question 10

What is the **main purpose** of a level?

Accepted Answer

To ensure that a surface is **horizontal or vertical**.

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To cut straight lines.

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To measure distances.

Question 11

Identify the type of pliers that is **specifically designed** for cutting and stripping **electrical wires**.

Accepted Answer

Lineman's pliers

Answer

Slip-joint pliers

Answer

Needle-nose pliers

Answer

Locking pliers

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a type of pipe wrench?

Accepted Answer

Spanner

Answer

Strap wrench

Answer

Chain wrench

Answer

Stillson wrench

Question 13

What type of screwdriver is used to tighten screws with cross-shaped recesses?

Accepted Answer

Phillips

Answer

Robertson

Answer

Flathead

Answer

Torx

Question 14

Which power tool is primarily used for cutting and grinding metal?

Accepted Answer

Angle grinder

Answer

Miter saw

Answer

Table saw

Answer

Circular saw

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of a pipe cutter?

Accepted Answer

Tightening nuts and bolts

Answer

Cutting PVC pipes

Answer

Cutting copper pipes

Question 16

Which power tool is commonly used for mixing materials, such as grout or mortar?

Accepted Answer

Drill with a mixing attachment

Answer

Circular saw

Answer

Reciprocating saw

Answer

Angle grinder

Question 17

Which type of wrench is commonly used by plumbers for tightening and loosening nuts and bolts in confined spaces?

Accepted Answer

Basin wrench

Answer

Adjustable wrench

Answer

Box-end wrench

Answer

Allen wrench

Question 18

Which of these tools is NOT typically used by plumbers for hand-operated tasks?

Accepted Answer

Jackhammer

Answer

Hacksaw

Answer

Plumber's snake

Answer

Pipe wrench

Question 19

What is the primary function of a pipe cutter?

Accepted Answer

Cutting pipes to precise lengths

Answer

Measuring and marking distances

Answer

Tightening or loosening nuts and bolts

Answer

Drilling holes in walls

Question 20

What is the purpose of a torque wrench?

Accepted Answer

Applying a specific amount of force when tightening bolts

Answer

Measuring pipe diameters

Answer

Cutting wires

Answer

Bending metal

Question 21

What is a key advantage of using cordless power tools in plumbing?

Accepted Answer

Greater mobility and flexibility on the job

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Lower cost

Answer

Increased safety

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Higher power output

Question 22

Which of these is a common type of pipe joint used in plumbing?

Accepted Answer

Slip joint

Answer

Door hinge

Answer

Electrical outlet

Answer

Ball joint

Question 23

What is the main difference between a brad nailer and a finish nailer?

Accepted Answer

Brad nailers use smaller nails for delicate work, while finish nailers use larger nails for stronger joints.

Answer

Brad nailers are used for framing, while finish nailers are used for trim work.

Question 24

Which hand tool is primarily used for cutting copper pipe?

Accepted Answer

Tubing cutter

Answer

Adjustable wrench

Answer

Hacksaw

Answer

Pipe wrench

Question 25

What is the primary function of a pipe wrench?

Accepted Answer

Tightening and loosening pipe fittings

Answer

Cutting copper pipe

Answer

Drilling holes in wood

Answer

Measuring pipe lengths

Question 26

Which of the following power tools is commonly used for drilling holes in concrete for plumbing installations?

Accepted Answer

Rotary hammer drill

Answer

Reciprocating saw

Answer

Grinder

Answer

Circular saw

Question 27

When using a power drill, what safety precaution is crucial to prevent injury?

Accepted Answer

Wearing safety goggles

Answer

Using a level to ensure accuracy

Answer

Pre-drilling holes with a smaller bit

Answer

Using a screwdriver bit

Question 28

What is the primary purpose of a pipe threader?

Accepted Answer

Cutting threads on pipe ends for connections

Answer

Bending copper pipe

Answer

Measuring pipe lengths

Answer

Removing old pipe fittings

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a common type of plumbing pipe?

Accepted Answer

Aluminum pipe

Answer

PVC pipe

Answer

Copper pipe

Answer

PEX pipe

Question 30

When using a power saw for cutting plumbing materials, what safety practice is essential?

Accepted Answer

Using a blade guard

Answer

Using a pipe wrench to hold the material

Answer

Using a level to ensure straight cuts

Answer

Pre-drilling holes to prevent splitting

Question 31

What is the primary difference between a standard drill and a hammer drill?

Accepted Answer

A hammer drill has a hammering action for drilling into hard materials.

Answer

A hammer drill is used for drilling into wood only.

Answer

A standard drill is more powerful than a hammer drill.

Question 32

What is the purpose of a pipe reamer?

Accepted Answer

To smooth and deburr the inside edge of a pipe

Answer

To measure pipe lengths

Answer

To bend a pipe

Answer

To cut threads on a pipe

Question 33

Which hand tool is best suited for tightening and loosening nuts and bolts?

Accepted Answer

Adjustable wrench

Answer

Tubing cutter

Answer

Hacksaw

Answer

Pipe wrench

Question 34

Which of the following tools is best suited for cutting cast iron pipes?

Accepted Answer

Snap Cutter

Answer

Tubing Cutter

Answer

Pipe Wrench

Answer

Hacksaw

Question 35

What is the primary function of a plumber's snake?

Accepted Answer

To clear clogs in drains

Answer

To cut copper pipes

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To test water pressure

Answer

To tighten pipe fittings

Question 36

When using a power threading machine, what safety precaution should be taken?

Accepted Answer

Wear safety glasses and gloves

Answer

Stand to the side of the machine

Answer

Allow chips to accumulate on the machine

Answer

Use excessive force when threading

Question 37

Which type of wrench is adjustable to fit different sized nuts and bolts?

Accepted Answer

Crescent Wrench

Answer

Basin Wrench

Answer

Combination Wrench

Answer

Pipe Wrench

Question 38

What is the purpose of a flux when soldering copper pipes?

Accepted Answer

To clean the surface and prevent oxidation

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To increase the flow rate of water

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To lower the melting point of the solder

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To act as a lubricant for the fitting

Question 39

Which of the following tools is used to create threads on pipes?

Accepted Answer

Pipe Threader

Answer

Pipe Wrench

Answer

Pipe Reamer

Answer

Pipe Cutter

Question 40

What should you do before operating any power tool?

Accepted Answer

Read the manufacturer's instructions

Answer

Use it without any safety gear

Answer

Ignore any warning labels

Answer

Assume you know how to use it

Question 41

Which tool is used to remove burrs from the inside of a cut pipe?

Accepted Answer

Pipe Reamer

Answer

Plunger

Answer

Pipe Cutter

Answer

Hacksaw

Question 42

When choosing a pipe wrench, it's important to select one that is:

Accepted Answer

The correct size for the pipe

Answer

Made of lightweight plastic

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Any size, as they are adjustable

Answer

Used for both pipes and nuts

Question 43

What type of saw is commonly used for making precise cuts in tight spaces?

Accepted Answer

Hacksaw

Answer

Table Saw

Answer

Miter Saw

Answer

Circular Saw