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ASME B31.
3 OPEN & CLOSED BOOK (165 Q&A)

(FOR API 570 & SI EXAMINATIONS)
HUGE TIP: ASME B31.3 is easy … You get about 20 – 25 Questions that require
you use “BASE CODE” (Most are Open Book) … Base Code = Chap 1 – 6 (Pg 1-85)
& you must be able to quickly use “bookmarks” feature & locate Stress Tables …
Table A-1 (Pg 156 CS) gives Value “S” & Table A-1 B (Pg 333) gives Value “E” …
Take this practice exam “CLOSED BOOK” first … answer what you can, then go
back and use “OPEN BOOK” practicing using “Bookmarks” features … Practice 
(Remember, all who pass exams use the Study Guide)
PROCESS PIPING Chapter I … Section 300
General Statements … You should understand the following about ASME B31.3
(b) Responsibilities
(1) Owner. The owner of a piping installation shall have overall responsibility for compliance with this
Code, and for establishing the requirements for design, construction, examination, inspection, and
testing that will govern the entire fluid handling or process installation of which the piping is a part. The
owner is also responsible for designating piping in Category D, Category M, High Pressure, and High
Purity Fluid Services, and for determining if a specific Quality System is to be employed. [See paras.
300(d)(4) through (7) and Appendix Q.]
(3) Manufacturer, Fabricator, and Erector. The manufacturer, fabricator, and erector of piping are
responsible for providing materials, components, and workmanship in compliance with the
requirements of this Code and of the engineering design.
(c) Intent of the Code
(1) It is the intent of this Code to set forth engineering requirements deemed necessary for safe design
and construction of piping installations.
(2) This Code is not intended to apply to the operation, examination, inspection, testing, maintenance,
or repair of piping that has been placed in service. The provisions of this Code may optionally be applied
for those purposes, although other considerations may also be necessary.
(d) Determining Code Requirements  YOU MUST KNOW THE BASE CODE
(2) For metallic piping not designated by the owner as Category M, High Pressure, or High Purity Fluid
Service (see para. 300.2 and Appendix M), Code requirements are found in:
Chap. I thru VI (Base Code) & Fluid Service Requirements are found in:
(a) Chap III for materials … (b) Chap II, Part 3, for components … (c) Chap II, Part 4, for joints
300.1.1 Content and Coverage
(a) This Code prescribes requirements for materials and components, design, fabrication, assembly,
erection, examination, inspection, and testing of piping.
(b) Code applies to piping for all fluids, including (Very similar to API 570 Section 1 Included Services):
(1) Raw, intermediate, and finished chemicals … (2) Petroleum products …
(3) Gas, steam, air, and water … (4) Fluidized solids … (5) Refrigerants … (6) Cryogenic fluids
(c) See Fig. 300.1.1 for a diagram illustrating the application of B31.3 piping at equipment. The
joint connecting piping to equipment is within the scope of B31.3.
ASME B31.3 Practice Exam Questions (Chapter 1 Scope … 10 Q&A)
1. Who has overall responsibility for compliance to the ASME B31.3 Process Piping Code?
A) Owner B) Manufacturer C) Fabricator D) Erector
Answer = A … Reference: ASME B31.3, Section 300.b.1  Should know
2. Who is responsible for providing materials, components and workmanship in compliance
to the ASME B31.3 Process Piping Code and Engineering Design?
A) Owner B) Manufacturer C) Fabricator D) Manufacturer, Fabricator & Erector
Answer = D … Reference: ASME B31.3, Section 300.b.3  Should know
3. Refrigerant piping is covered by what ASME code?
A) ASME B31.1 B) ASME B31.3 C) ASME B31.4 D) ASME B31.8
Answer = B … Reference: ASME B31.3, Section 300.1.1.b.5  On the Nov 2013 SI Exam
4. Cryogenic fluids are covered by what ASME code?
A) ASME B31.1 B) ASME B31.3 C) ASME B31.4 D) ASME B31.8
Answer = B … Reference: ASME B31.3, Section 300.1.1.b.6  Should know for SI Exams
ANSWER THE QUESTIONS ON THE NEXT PAGE REGARDING CODE COVERAGE

300.1.3 Exclusions. This Code (ASME B31.3) excludes the following:
(a) Piping systems designed for internal gage pressures at or above zero but less than 105 kPa (15 psi),
provided the fluid handled is nonflammable, nontoxic, and not damaging to human tissues as defined
in 300.2, and its design temperature is from −29°C (−20°F) through 186°C (366°F)
(b) Power boilers in accordance with BPV Code Section I and boiler external piping which is required
to conform to B31.1
(c) Tubes, tube headers, crossovers, and manifolds of fired heaters, which are internal to the heater
enclosure
(d) Pressure vessels, heat exchangers, pumps, compressors, and other fluid handling or processing
equipment, including internal piping and connections for external piping
Packaged Equipment piping (skid-mounted) Follows B31.3 Code rules
5. Piping inside a Fired heater is covered by what ASME code?
A) ASME B31.1 B) ASME B31.3 C) ASME B31.4 D) None of these
Answer = D … Reference: ASME B31.3, Section 300.1.3.c  Should know (SI exams) + API 570
6. Piping outside of a Fired heater is covered by what ASME code?
Answer = B … Reference: ASME B31.3, Section 300.1.3.c  Should know (SI exams) + API 570
7. ASME B31.3 DOES NOT COVER PIPING SYSTEMS IF: (Assume fluid handled is nonflammable,
nontoxic, non-damaging to human tissues, design temps from −29°C (−20°F) to 186°C (366°F):
A) Internal gage pressure is at zero (0) psi
B) Internal gage pressure is at or above 0 psi but less than 15 psi
C) Internal gage pressure is at or above 0 psi (with no maximum pressure limit)
D) None of these is correct because Category D service is covered by ASME B31.3 code
Answer = D … Ref: B31.3, Sect. 300.1.3.a  15 psi rule  Should know (SI Exams) + API 570
8. Piping inside a Fired Boiler is covered by what ASME code?
Answer = D … Ref: B31.3, Sect 300.1.3.b  ASME I Code  Should know (SI exams) + API 570
9. Piping outside a Fired Boiler is covered by what ASME code?
Ans = A … Ref: B31.3, Sect 300.1.3.b  ASME B31.1 Code Should know (SI exams) + API 570
10. Piping inside a Pressure Vessel is covered by what ASME code?
Answer = D … Ref: B31.3, Sect 300.1.3.b  ASME VIII  Should know (SI exams) + API 570
ASME B31.3 Practice Exam Questions (28 Chapter 1 Definitions)
11. An example of an autogenous weld is:
A) SMAW B) GMAW-S C) GMAW-STT D) GTAW
Answer = D … Reference: ASME B31.3, Section 300.2  Definition  Autogenous weld
12. The intentional deformation of piping during assembly to produce a desired initial
displacement and stress is known as:
A) Bending & Forming B) Cold Bending & Forming
C) Cold Spring D) None of these
Answer = C … Reference: ASME B31.3, Section 300.2 & 319.2.4  Definition  Cold Spring
13. Which of these is NOT one of the four recognized ASME B31.3 types of examination?
A) 100% Examination B) Random Examination
C) Spot Examination D) Random Spot Surveillance
Answer = D … Ref: ASME B31.3, Section 300.2 & 344.1.3  Definition Type of Examination
14. Complete examination of all of a specified kind of item in a designated lot of piping is:
C) Spot Examination D) Random Spot Inspection
Answer = A … Ref: ASME B31.3, Section 300.2 & 344.1.3  Definition 100% Examination
15. A specified partial examination of a percentage of a specified kind of item in a designated
lot of piping is:
Answer = D … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2 & 344.1.3  Defin. Random Spot Examination
16. Complete examination of a percentage of a specified kind of item in a designated lot of
piping is:
Answer = B … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2 & 344.1.3  Defin. Random Examination
17. A specified partial examination of each of a specified kind of item in a designated lot of
piping, e.g., of part of the length of all shop-fabricated welds in a lot of jacketed piping is:
Answer = C … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2 & 344.1.3  Defin. Spot Examination
18. A fluid service (Per ASME B31.3) may be classified as Category D if:
A) The design gage pressure exceeds 150 psi
B) The design temperature is greater than 186°C (366°F)
C) The fluid handled is nonflammable, nontoxic, and not damaging to human tissues
D) Fluid temperature (excluding atmospheric condition causes) is not less than −46°C (−50°F)
Answer = C … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Fluid Service  Category D
A) The design gage pressure does not exceed 150 psi
C) The fluid handled is flammable, toxic, and damaging to human tissues
Answer = A … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Fluid Service  Category D
B) The design temperature is not greater than 186°C (366°F)
Answer = B … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Fluid Service  Category D
Answer = D … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Fluid Service  Category D
22. A fluid service (Per ASME B31.3) in which the potential for personnel exposure is judged
to be significant & in which a single exposure to a very small quantity of a toxic fluid, caused
by leakage, can produce serious irreversible harm to persons on breathing or bodily contact,
even when prompt restorative measures are taken … is called:
A) Category D Service B) Category M Service
C) Lethal Service D) Normal Fluid Service
Answer = B … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Fluid Service  Category M
23. Most piping (Per ASME B31.3) falls under which of these service categories?
A) Category D B) Category M
C) Normal Fluid Service D) None of these
Answer = C … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Fluid Service  Normal Fluid Service
24. Per B31.3, fillet weld whose size is equal to the thickness of the thinner member joined is:
A) Equal leg fillet B) Unequal leg fillet
C) Full fillet D) None of these
Answer = C … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Full Fillet Weld  See ALSO in API 577
25. Per B31.3, heating to and holding at a suitable temp and then cooling at a suitable rate to
reduce hardness, improve machinability, facilitate cold working, produce a desired
microstructure, or obtaining desired mechanical, physical, or other properties … is called:
A) Annealing B) Normalizing
C) Quenching D) Tempering
Answer = A … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Heat Treatment  Annealing
26. Per B31.3, rapid cooling of a heated metal … is called:

Answer = C … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Heat Treatment  Quenching
27. Per B31.3, reheating a hardened metal to a temperature below the transformation range
to improve toughness … is called:
Answer = D … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Heat Treatment  Tempering
28. Per B31.3, a process in which a ferrous metal is heated to a suitable temperature above
the transformation range and is subsequently cooled in still air at room temperature … is:
Answer = B … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Heat Treatment  Normalizing
29. Per B31.3, uniform heating of a structure or portion thereof to a sufficient temperature to
relieve the major portion of the residual stresses, followed by uniform cooling slowly enough
to minimize development of new residual stresses … is called:
A) Preheating B) Heat treatment (PWHT)
C) Stress Relief D) Tempering
Answer = C … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Heat Treatment  Stress Relief
30. Per B31.3, in MT or PT exams, a closed surface area marking a discontinuity requiring
evaluation, whose longest dimension is at least three times the width of the indication … is:
A) Imperfection B) Linear Indication
C) Rounded Indication D) Relevant Indication
Answer = B … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Indication  Linear
31. Per B31.3, in MT or PT exams, a closed surface area marking a discontinuity requiring
evaluation, whose longest dimension is less than three times the indication width … is:
A) Imperfection B) Linear Indication
C) Rounded Indication D) Relevant Indication
Answer = C … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Indication  Rounded
32. Per B31.3, an assembly of individual pieces or stages of equipment, complete with
interconnecting piping and connections for external piping that may be mounted on a skid or
other structure prior to delivery … is called:
A) Packaged Equipment B) Skid-Mounted Equipment
C) Engineered Equipment D) None of these
Answer = C … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Packaged Equipment
33. Pipe produced in individual lengths or in continuous lengths from coiled skelp & then cut
into individual lengths, having a longitudinal butt joint wherein coalescence is produced by
the heat obtained from the pipe’s resistance to flow of electric current in a circuit that the
pipe is a part, and by the application of pressure … is called:
A) Electric Fusion Welded Pipe
B) Electric Resistance-Welded (ERW) Pipe
C) Furnace Butt Welded Pipe, continuous welded
D) None of these
Answer = B … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Pipe  ERW Pipe
34. Per B31.3, pipe having a longitudinal butt joint wherein coalescence is produced in the
preformed tube by manual or automatic electric-arc welding & welds may be single (welded
from one side) or double (welded from inside and outside) and may be made with or without
the addition of filler metal … is called:
C) Furnace Butt Welded Pipe, continuous welded
D) None of these
Answer = A … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Pipe  EFW Pipe
35. Per B31.3, pipe produced in continuous lengths from coiled skelp and then cut into
individual lengths, having its longitudinal butt joint forge-welded by the mechanical pressure
developed in passing the hot-formed and edge-heated skelp through a set of round pass
welding rolls … is called:
C) Furnace Butt Welded Pipe (continuous welded)
D) None of these
Answer = C … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Pipe  Furnace Butt Welded Pipe
36. Per B31.3, pipe produced by piercing a billet followed by rolling or drawing, or both is:
A) EFW Pipe B) ERW Pipe C) Spiral-welded Pipe D) Seamless Pipe
Answer = D … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Pipe  Seamless Pipe
37. Per B31.3, pipe having a helical seam with a butt, lap, or lock-seam joint which is welded
using an electrical resistance, electric fusion or double-submerged arc welding process is:
A) EFW Pipe B) ERW Pipe C) Spiral-welded Pipe D) Seamless Pipe
Answer = C … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Pipe  Spiral-Welded Pipe
38. Per B31.3, this term describes a metal subject to reduction in strength in the presence of
stress concentration and can be obtained from either static or dynamic tests.
A) Stress Riser B) Impact testing
C) Notch-Sensitive D) None of these
Answer = C … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Pipe  Notch-Sensitive

ASME B31.3 Practice Exam Questions (Chapter 2 DESIGN)
39. What is the Quality Standard for Steel Castings for Valves, Flanges and Fittings and Other
Piping Components (Visual Method for Evaluation of Surface Irregularities)?
A) MSS-SP-6 B) MSS-SP-25
C) MSS-SP-55 D) None of these
Ans = C … Ref: B31.3, Sect 302.3.3.b & Source Insp SG, Para. 11.3.5  Casting Quality Factors
40. Which of these is the B31.3 code formula to determine the minimum pressure design
thickness of a blind flange?
A) tm = t + c
B) tm = dg x (square root of 3P ÷ 16SEW)
C) tm = dg x (square root of 3P ÷ 16SEW) + c
D) None of these is correct
Answer = A … Ref: B31.3, Sect 304.5.2 & Formula 14  Blind Flange Calculation
41. Which of these is the B31.3 code formula to determine the minimum pressure design
thickness of a permanent blank?
A) tm = t + c
B) tm = dg x (square root of 3P ÷ 16SEW)
C) tm = dg x (square root of 3P ÷ 16SEW) + c
Answer = C … Ref: B31.3, Sect 304.5.2 & Formula 15  Permanent Blank Calculation
42. Pipe includes components designated as “tube” or “tubing” in the material specification,
when they are:
A) ½ NPS and greater B) ¼ NPS and greater

C) Intended for pressure service D) None of these is correct
Answer = C … Ref: B31.3, Sect 305 & API 570, 3.1.63  Definition of Pipe  Rule for Tubing
43. Per B31.3, which of these CS piping specifications are limited to Category D Fluid Service?
A) API 5L Grade A or B seamless B) ASTM A53 Type F

C) ASTM A53 Seamless D) None of these is correct
Answer = B … Ref: B31.3, Sect 305.2.1  Design of Piping for Category D Fluid Service
44. Per B31.3, when the piping service is subjected to severe erosion, crevice corrosion, or
cyclic loading, a slip-on flange:
A) Shall be limited to Class 150 B) Shall be limited to Class 300

C) Shall not be used D) Shall be double-welded
Answer = D … Ref: B31.3, Sect 308.2.1.a.1  Specific Requirements for Flanges
45. Per B31.3, when a slip-on flange is used as a lap flange what is the maximum permissible
size for Rating Class 300?
A) NPS 6 B) NPS 8
C) NPS 10 D) NPS 12
Answer = B … Ref: B31.3, Sect 308.2.1.c & Table 308.2.1  Specific Requirements for Flanges
46. Per B31.3, Carbon Steel bolting may be used at metal temperatures from -20°F to 400°F
with nonmetallic gaskets in flanged joints for ASME B16.5 Rating Class:
A) 125 only B) 125 & 150

C) 300 & lower D) NPS 12
Answer = C … Ref: B31.3, Sect 309.2.2  Specific Requirements for Bolting
47. Per B31.3, Which statement is FALSE regarding Socket Weld joints?
A) Socket dimensions shall conform to ASME B16.5 (flanges) & ASME B16.11 (other component)
B) They should be avoided in any service where crevice corrosion or severe erosion may occur
C) Socket welds larger than NPS 2 shall not be used under severe cyclic conditions
D) Socket weld dimensions (minimum fillet weld size) shall be 3 mm
Answer = D … Ref: B31.3, Sect 311.2.5.a/b & 328.5.2.c  Specific Socket Weld Requirements
Note: 3 mm was the old code (2008) fillet weld size minimum requirement. The new code
(2010 & later) is … Cx (min.) = 1.09 Tw or thickness of the socket wall, whichever is smaller
48. Per B31.3, what is the code required gap for a Socket Weld joint?
A) There is no gap requirement per code

B) The maximum gap is 3mm before welding
C) The maximum gap is 1.5mm after welding
D) None of these is correct per code
Answer = D … Ref: B31.3, Sect 311.2.5.a/b & 328.5.2.c  Socket Weld Requirements … The
Code Figure 328.5.2.c shows an “approximate” gap of 1.5 mm BEFORE welding
49. Per B31.3, Which statement is TRUE regarding Seal Welds?
A) They shall be avoided in any service where crevice corrosion or severe erosion may occur
B) They shall be considered as contributing to the strength to the joint
C) They may be used only to prevent leakage of threaded joints
D) They shall not be used under severe cyclic conditions
Answer = C … Ref: B31.3, Sect 311.2.7 & 314.1  Specific Seal Weld Requirements
50. Per B31.3, Which statement is TRUE regarding Normal Fluid Service threaded joints?
A) When threaded joints are to be seal welded, thread sealing compound shall not be used
B) They shall be avoided in any service where crevice corrosion can occur
C) They shall be avoided in any service where severe erosion can occur
D) They shall be avoided in any service where cyclic loading can occur
Answer = A … Ref: B31.3, Sect 314.1.a/b  Specific Threaded Joint Requirements
51. Per B31.3, tapered threaded joints shall conform to:
A) ASME B16.1
B) ASME B16.20
C) ASME B1.20.1
D) None of these
Answer = C … Ref: B31.3, Sect 314.2.1 Tapered Threaded Joint Requirements ASME B1.20.1
52. Per B31.3, what is the minimum required thickness for an ASME B1.20.1 tapered threaded
joint (Assume Normal Fluid Service) for NPS 2 in a notch-sensitive material?
A) Schedule 20 B) Schedule 40
C) Schedule 80 D) None of these
Answer = B … Ref: B31.3, Table 314.2.1 Tapered Threaded Joints per ASME B1.20.1
joint (Assume Normal Fluid Service) for NPS 1 in a notch-sensitive material?
Answer = C … Ref: B31.3, Table 314.2.1 Tapered Threaded Joints per ASME B1.20.1
joint (Assume Normal Fluid Service) for NPS 1 in a material that is NOT notch-sensitive?
Answer = D … Ref: B31.3, Table 314.2.1 Tapered Threaded Joints per ASME B1.20.1 … The
answer is … Schedule 40S (Stainless Steel) … Not Schedule 40
55. Per B31.3, which statement regarding the COLD SPRING of piping is FALSE?
A) It is intentional deformation during assembly to produce a desired initial displacement/stress

B) When it is properly applied there is less likelihood of overstrain during initial operation
C) There is less deviation from as installed dimensions during initial operation
D) It is recommended especially for piping materials with great ductility
Answer = D … Ref: B31.3, Section 319.2.4 COLD SPRING  Limited ductility
56. Per B31.3, which material will experience the greatest thermal linear expansion?
A) Carbon Steels B) Low Alloy Steels

C) Austenitic Stainless Steels D) Copper Alloys
Answer = D … Ref: B31.3, Section 319.3.1 & App. C & Table C-1  Thermal Linear Expansion
57. Per B31.3, discharge lines from pressure relief safety devices shall be designed to:
A) Facilitate drainage
B) Discharge directly into the atmosphere
C) Discharge away from operations downwind to safe areas
Answer = A … Ref: B31.3, Section 322.6.2 Safety Relief Devices  Discharge Lines
58. Per B31.3, which statement below is not a requirement for discharge lines when pressure
relief safety devices discharge directly into the atmosphere?
A) Discharge lines shall not impinge on other piping systems or equipment

B) Discharge lines shall be directed away from areas used by personnel
C) Discharge lines shall be directed away from platforms
D) Discharge lines shall be sloped and self-draining
Answer = D … Ref: B31.3, Section 322.6.2 Safety Relief Devices  Discharge Lines
ASME B31.3 Practice Exam Qs (Chapter 3 Materials & Impact Testing)
59. Per B31.3, what is the MDMT exempt from impact testing for A106 Gr. C Standard Wall
Thickness NPS 24 piping?
A) 15°F (-9.4°C) B) -20°F (-28.9°C) C) -55°F (-48.3°C) D) None of these
Answer = B … Ref: B31.3, Table A-1, Note 6, Fig. 323.2.2.a 574 Table 1 … Find the MDMT …
Solution … Table A-1 … Min Temp = Letter B  Note 3 Fig 323.2.2.a does not apply … Go to
the Table 323.2.2.a Row for .375 inches (API 574 18 NPS STD wall) = -20°F (-28.9°C)
60. Per B31.3, what is the MDMT exempt from impact testing for A333 Gr. 6 Standard Wall
Thickness NPS 24 piping?
A) 15°F (-9.4°C) B) -20°F (-28.9°C) C) -55°F (-48.3°C) D) None of these is correct
Ans = D … Ref: B31.3, Table A-1, Note 6, Fig. 323.2.2.a 574 Table 1 not needed for MDMT …
Solution … Table A-1 … Min Temp = -50°F … No need to go to the Table 323.2.2.a
61. Per B31.3, what is the MDMT exempt from impact testing for API 5L Gr. X-60 Schedule 120
NPS 20 piping that has been normalized?
A) 88°F (31°C) B) 51°F (10.6°C) C) 14°F (-10°C) D) None of these
Answer = B … Ref: B31.3, Table A-1, Note 6, Fig. 323.2.2.a 574 Table 1 … Find the MDMT …
Solution … Table A-1 … Min Temp = Letter A  Note 2 Fig 323.2.2.a applies for normalized
pipe and COLUMN B IS NOW TO BE USED … Go to the Table 323.2.2.a Row for 1.500 inches
(API 574 Table 1 … 20 NPS schedule 120 wall) = 51°F (10.6°C)
62. Per B31.3, Each set of Charpy impact test specimens shall consist of (How many bars):
A) Two specimens B) Three specimens C) Four specimens D) None of these
Answer = B … Ref: B31.3, Section 323.3.3  Charpy specimen rules  Three specimens
63. Per B31.3, what is the standard size for a Charpy Impact test specimen square bar?
A) 5mm x 5mm B) 8mm x 8mm C) 10mm x 10mm D) None of these
Answer = C … Ref: B31.3, Section 323.3.3  Charpy specimen rules  10mm square bar
64. Per B31.3, Charpy impact tests shall be performed at Design Minimum Temperature of a
material as long as the test specimen square bar is at least:
A) 5mm x 5mm B) 8mm x 8mm C) 10mm x 10mm D) None of these
Answer = B … Ref: B31.3, Section 323.3.4  Charpy specimen rules  80% rule = 8mm
ASME B31.3 Practice Exam Qs (Chapter 3 Materials & Impact Testing)
65. Per B31.3, Charpy impact tests using a 5mm square test bar shall be tested at what temp?
A) At the design minimum temperature of the material being tested

B) At 10°F below the design minimum temperature of the material being tested
C) At 20°F below the design minimum temperature of the material being tested
D) At 50°F below the design minimum temperature of the material being tested
Ans = C … Ref: B31.3, Table 323.3.4 / Section 323.3.4.b  Charpy ½ test bar rule = Less 20°F
66. Per B31.3, What is the average value of three test specimens for Charpy impact tests
when the material in the PQR test coupon is API 5L Grade X-60?
A) 10 ft-lbf B) 12 ft-lbf C) 13 ft-lbf D) 15 ft-lbf
Answer = D … Ref: B31.3, Table 323.3.5  Charpy rules  Table A-1 = Use 75 KSI Tensile Row
67. Per B31.3, What is the minimum value of a single test specimen for a Charpy impact test
when the material in the PQR test coupon is API 5L Grade X-60?
A) 10 ft-lbf B) 12 ft-lbf C) 13 ft-lbf D) 15 ft-lbf
Answer = B … Ref: B31.3, Table 323.3.5  Charpy rules  Table A-1 = Use 75 KSI Tensile Row
68. Per B31.3, Evaluate the Charpy impact test results given below for a set of test specimens
when PQR test coupon material is API 5L Grade X-60 (Fully deoxidized)? TEST RESULTS ARE:
Specimen # 1, 2, & 3 (8mm x 8mm) = 12 ft-lbf, 15 ft-lbf, and 17 ft-lbf respectively
A) Accept results (Average 3 specimens = 13 ft-lbf, and minimum for 1 specimen = 10 ft-lbf)
B) Accept results (Average 3 specimens = 15 ft-lbf, and minimum for 1 specimen = 12 ft-lbf)
C) Reject results (Average 3 specimens is less than 13 ft-lbf)
D) Reject results (Average 3 specimens is less than 15 ft-lbf)
Answer = D … Ref: B31.3, Table 323.3.5  Charpy rules  Table A-1 = Use 75 KSI Tensile Row
69. Per B31.3, What is the code requirement after evaluating the Charpy impact test results
given below for a set of test specimens when PQR test coupon material is API 5L Grade X-60
(Fully deoxidized)? TEST RESULTS WERE REJECTED FOR AVERAGE BEING BELOW CODE VALUE
Specimen # 1, 2, & 3 (8mm x 8mm) = 12 ft-lbf, 15 ft-lbf, and 17 ft-lbf respectively
A) Reject Test results & PQR coupon because Specimen #1 was less than 13 ft-lbf
B) Reject Test results & then require that a new PQR coupon be welded and retested
C) Retest 3 additional specimens & results for each specimen must equal/exceed 13 ft-lbf
D) Retest 3 additional specimens & results for each specimen must equal/exceed 15 ft-lbf
Ans = D … Ref: B31.3, Table 323.3.5.d.1  Charpy Retests  Table A-1 = 75 KSI Tensile Row
Note 2012 revision note 4
Great exam question … Impact Testing
(IT) requirements on WPS with designs
below the -29C -20F welds for pipe …
70. A PQR coupon (A285 Gr. B Specification A134 EFW butt welded single seam pipe) is being
welded by a pipe manufacturer for a string of .500 in. (12.5mm) thick pipe with a minimum
design temperature of -20°F (-29°C). Which statement below is true regarding Charpy Impact
Testing (IT) requirements per B31.3 code?
A) IT is not required for this Curve A material in this case

B) IT is required for this Curve B material at a minimum design temp of -20°F (-29°C)
C) IT is not required for this Curve B material at a minimum design temp of -20°F (-29°C)
D) IT is never required for B31.3 code materials having a design minimum temp of -20°F (-29°C)
Answer = C … Ref: B31.3, Fig 323.2.2.a  Curve B  Note 4  NO IMPACT TEST REQUIRED
ASME B31.3 Practice Exam Qs (Chapter 4 Stds) … 10 Q&A
71. What is STD for Bolted Bonnet Steel Gate Valves for Petroleum/Natural Gas Industries?
A) API 600 B) API 602 C) API 603 D) API 608
72. What is the standard for Steel Gate, Globe, and Check Valves for Sizes DN 100 and Smaller
for the Petroleum and Natural Gas Industries?
73. What is the standard for Corrosion-Resistant, Bolted Bonnet Gate Valves — Flanged and
Butt-Welding Ends?
74. What is the standard for Metal Ball Valves-Flanged, Threaded, and Welding End?
75. What is the standard for Factory-Made Wrought Steel Butt-welding Fittings?
A) ASME B16.9 B) ASME B16.11 C) ASME B16.20 D) None of these.
76. What is the standard for Standard Forged Fittings, both Socket-Welding and Threaded?
77. What is the standard for Finishes for Contact Faces of Pipe Flanges and Connecting-End
Flanges of Valves and Fittings?
A) MSS SP-6 B) MSS SP-25 C) MSS SP-55 D) None of these
78. What is STD for Standard Marking Systems for Valves, Fittings, Flanges, and Unions?
A) MSS SP-6 B) MSS SP-25 C) MSS SP-55 D) None of these
79. What is STD for Metallic Gaskets for Pipe Flanges — Ring: Joint, Spiral Wound & Jacketed?
80. What is STD for General Purpose Pipe threads?
Answers: ASME B31.3 Section 4 … 71 = A, 72 = B, 73 = C, 74 = D, 75 = A, 76 = B, 77 = A, 78 = B,

79 = C, and 80 = D since the correct answer is ASME B.1.20.1
B31.3 Practice Exam Qs (Ch. 5 Fabrication/Assy./Erection) … 35 Q&A
81. Per B31.3, each employer is responsible for all of these EXCEPT:
A) The welding performed by personnel of its organization
B) Conducting tests required to qualify WPS used by personnel in its organization
C) Conducting tests required to qualify the welders and operators in its organization
D) Using WPS & personnel from another organization acceptable to the other organization
Answer = D … Ref: B31.3, Sect. 328.1.a/b/c & 328.2.3  Employer Responsibility  2012 Rev
Note: Employer must accept responsibility if using WPS & personnel from another company
82. Per B31.3, WPSs to be followed in piping fabrication (assume the welding of long seams)
shall be prepared and qualified and any welders & operators shall be qualified as required by:
A) An employer’s quality control program B) The rules for welding in ASME B31.3 code
C) ASME BPV code Sect IX Welding Rules D) None of these are correct
Answer = C … Ref: B31.3, Sect. 328.2  Welding Qualification  2012 Rev
83. Which of these is NOT an ASME B31.3 code requirement when an employer chooses to
use qualifications (quals) of WPSs by others outside of his own organization?
A) Employer has qualified all of his welders or operators following each WPS
B) Employer’s business name shall be shown on each WPS and on each qualification record
C) Records shall be signed & dated by employer, who accepts responsibility for quals by others
D) Procedures meet requirements of Sect. IX & any additional B31.3 qualification requirements
Answer = A … B31.3, Sect. 328.2.2  WPS Qualifications by OTHERS  At least one, not all
accept and use performance qualifications by others outside of his own organization?
A) Acceptance/use is limited to performance qualifications made on pipe or tube test coupons
B) The new employer shall have and use the identical WPS used and followed during the quals
C) Employer accepting tests shall obtain a copy of Qual. test record from a previous employer
D) Records shall show name of the welder or operator’s employer & the date of qualification
Answer = B … B31.3, Sect. 328.2.3  Performance Qualifications by Others  SHOULD KNOW
accept and use performance qualifications by others outside of his own organization?
A) New employer’s business name shall be shown on qualification records
B) Evidence of qualification shows welder or operator maintained quals per ASME Sect IX rules
C) Qualification evidence shall come from only a welder/operator’s original qualifying employer
D) New employers shall sign & date records, thereby accepting responsibility for quals by others
Answer = C … B31.3, Sect. 328.2.3  Performance Qualifications by Others  SHOULD KNOW

86. Which of these is NOT an ASME B31.3 code requirement regarding consumable inserts?
A) They may be used if they are of the same nominal composition as the filler metal
B) They may be used only if they are specified as shown in ASME B31.3, Fig. 328.3.2
C) They may be used if they will not cause detrimental alloying of the weld metal
D) They may be used if the WPS has been qualified as required in ASME B31.3
Answer = B … B31.3, Sect. 328.3.3 … Consumable Inserts  Fig 328.3.2 is typical not required
87. Which of these is NOT a code requirement regarding cleaning in preparation for welding?
A) Internal /external surfaces to be welded shall be clean & free of paint, oil, rust & scale
B) Internal /external surfaces to be thermally cut shall be clean & free of paint, oil, rust & scale
C) Int /ext surfaces to be welded shall be clean & free of harmful material when heat is applied
D) Int /ext surfaces to be welded shall be cleaned for 25 mm distance to bright unoxidized steel
Answer = D … B31.3, Sect. 328.4.1 … Cleaning  D = Saudi Aramco requirement … Not B31.3
88. Which of these is NOT a code requirement regarding end preparation before welding?
A) End prep is acceptable only if the cut surfaces are reasonably smooth and true
B) End prep is acceptable only if no discoloration remains on thermally cut surfaces
C) End prep is acceptable if detrimental oxidation is removed from thermally cut surfaces
D) End prep is acceptable only if slag from cutting process is cleaned from thermal cut surfaces
Answer = B … B31.3, Sect. 328.4.2.a.1 … End Preparation rules before Welding
89. Per B31.3, when shall girth weld end prep & geometry meet ASME B16.25 requirements?
A) When unequal wall thickness between two components exceeds a factor of 1.25
B) When unequal wall thickness between two components exceeds a factor of 1.50
C) When unequal wall thickness between two components exceeds 3 mm
D) When unequal wall thickness between two components exceeds 6 mm
Answer = B … B31.3, Sect. 328.4.2.b.5 … End Preparation  MUST KNOW ASME B16.25 RULE
90. Per B31.3, ASME B16.9 butt welded fittings (such as ells, tees, etc) may be trimmed to an
angular joint offset produced between two joined parts (connections to pipe or other fittings)
in a girth weld that does not exceed:
A) 1.6 mm B) 3.2 mm
C) As per approved WPS limits & design D) None of these
Answer = D … B31.3, Sect. 328.4.2.b.5 … End Prep  MUST KNOW 3-DEGREE TRIM RULE
91. Per B31.3, The maximum alignment between joints at a girth weld shall not exceed:
A) 1.6 mm
B) 3.2 mm
C) As per approved WPS limits & design
D) None of these
Answer = C … B31.3, Sect. 328.4.3.a.1 … Alignment Rules  Meets the WPS & Design Limits
92. Per B31.3, maximum MISALIGNMENT (m) in a joint between a 10 mm thick branch
connection that abuts the outside surface of a 25 mm run pipe (header) shall not exceed:
A) 1.6 mm
B) 3.2 mm
D) None of these
Answer = B … B31.3, Sect. 328.4.3.c.1 & Fig 328.4.4(a)/(b) … Alignment Rules  g & m values
Note: m value = Lesser of 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) or 0.5 Tb or 5 mm = 3.2 mm
93. Per B31.3, maximum ROOT GAP (g) in a joint between a 10 mm thick branch connection
that abuts the outside surface of a 25 mm run pipe (header) shall not exceed:
A) 1.6 mm
B) 3.2 mm
D) None of these
Answer = C … B31.3, Sect. 328.4.3.c.1 & Fig 328.4.4(a)/(b) … Alignment Rules  g & m values
94. Per B31.3, what is the code required leg length for an equal leg fillet weld with a 7 mm
throat dimension specified on drawings?
A) 5 mm B) 7 mm
C) 9 mm D) None of these
Answer = D … B31.3, Fig. 328.5.2.a … .707 rule for equal leg fillets … 10 mm leg = 7 mm throat
95. Per B31.3, what is the code required throat dimension for an equal leg fillet weld with a
14 mm leg dimension specified on drawings?
A) 5 mm B) 7 mm
C) 9 mm D) None of these
Answer = D … B31.3, Fig. 328.5.2.a … .707 rule for equal leg fillet … 14 mm leg = 10 mm throat
96. Per B31.3, what is the code required fillet weld size for a front (flange face) weld on a
double-welded slip-on flange with a piping thickness of 7 mm?
A) 5 mm B) 6 mm C) 7 mm D) None of these
Answer = B … B31.3, Fig. 328.5.2.B.1 … Lesser of T or 6 mm  6 mm
97. Per B31.3, what is the code required fillet weld size for a slip-on socket welding flange
with a piping thickness of 5 mm and a hub thickness of 9 mm?
A) 5 mm B) 6 mm C) 7 mm D) 9 mm
Answer = C … B31.3, Fig. 328.5.2.B.3 … Lesser of 1.4 T (7mm) or hub T (9 mm)  7 mm
98. Per B31.3, what is the code required minimum fillet weld size for a socket weld between a
6.4 mm pipe and a socket weld fitting having a socket wall thickness of 9 mm?
A) 6 mm B) 7 mm C) 9 mm D) None of these
Ans = B … B31.3, Fig. 328.5.2.C …Lesser of 1.09 pipe T (7 mm) or socketwall t (9 mm) = 7 mm
99. Per B31.3, what is the code required minimum fillet weld size for a socket weld between a
10 mm pipe and a socket weld fitting having a socket wall thickness of 12 mm?
A) 6 mm B) 10 mm C) 11 mm D) 12 mm
Ans = C … B31.3, Fig. 328.5.2.C …Lesser of 1.09 pipe T (11 mm) or socketwall t (12mm) =11mm
100. Per B31.3, which of the statements below are FALSE regarding seal welded joints?
A) Seal welds shall cover all exposed threads

B) Seal welding shall be done by a competent welder
C) A threaded joint to be seal welded shall be made up without thread compound
D) A joint leaking during leak test may be seal welded if all compound is removed from threads
Answer = B … B31.3, Section 328.5.3 & 335.3.1/2 … Rules for seal welding … Qualified welder
101. Per B31.3, Preheat is used:
A) Alone to minimize the harmful effects of high temps & severe thermal gradients in welding
B) With PWHT to minimize harmful effects of high temps/severe thermal gradients in welding
C) To prevent hydrogen assisted cracking that is common in many welded materials
Answer = B … B31.3, Section 330.1 … Rules for Preheating  2012 Revisions to Table 330
102. Per B31.3, Preheat requirements apply to all types of welding:
A) Excluding tack welds only

B) Excluding tack welds and seal welds on threaded joints only
C) Including tack welds, repair welds and seal welds on threaded joints
D) Excluding tack welds, repair welds and seal welds on threaded joints
Answer = C … B31.3, Section 330.1 … Rules for Preheating  2012 Revisions to Table 330
103. Per B31.3, minimum preheat requirement for NPS 20 Sch. 120 (A106 Gr. B) pipe is:
A) 50°F (10°C) B) 80°F (175°C)

C) As specified on approved WPS D) None of these are correct
Answer = B … B31.3, Table 330.1.1 … Rules for Preheating  P-No 1 (A-1 Tables) … 574 Tables
show nominal thickness of 1.500 inches … See Table 330.1.1  P-No 1  Greater than 25mm
104. Per B31.3, minimum preheat requirement for NPS 6 Sch. XXS (A335 Gr. P-5) pipe is:
A) 50°F (10°C) B) 175°F (80°C)

C) As specified on approved WPS D) None of these are correct
Ans = D … B31.3, Table 330.1.1 … Rules for Preheating  A-1 Table  A335 Gr. P-5 = P-No 5b
Note: You can also use ASME IX QW-422 Table very easy also! 574 Table 1  .864 in. (22mm)
See Table 330.1.1  P-No 5b  ALL  CORRECT ANSWER = 350°F (175°C)
105. Per B31.3, Which statement is FALSE regarding Preheat temperature verification?
A) Temperature indicating crayons & thermocouple pyrometers shall be used for temp checks
B) Other suitable means (such as a calibrated digital pyrometer) shall be used for temp checks
C) Checks shall ensure WPS specified temps are obtained before & maintained during welding
D) Checks shall ensure WPS specified temps are obtained before welding exclusive of tacking
Answer = D … B31.3, Section 330.1.3 … Rules for Preheating temperature verification
106. Per B31.3, the preheat zone:
A) Shall extend at least 25 mm (1 inch) beyond each edge of the weld

B) Shall extend at least 50 mm (2 inches) beyond each edge of the weld
C) Shall extend at least 75 mm (3 inches) beyond each edge of the weld
D) Shall extend two times the required joint thickness or as specified in the WPS
Answer = A … B31.3, Section 330.1.4 … 25 mm Rule for Preheat zone

… GIVEN: Th & Tr = .670 in (17 mm) & Tb = .400 in (10 mm)

107. Per B31.3, the minimum throat dimension (value for tc) to use in PWHT computations is:
A) .250 inches (6 mm) B) .280 inches (7 mm)
C) .340 inches (8.5 mm) D) None of these
Ans = A … B31.3, Fig. 328.5.4.D … Rule for PWHT through branch connection = greater than 2T
Note: Solve tc = Lesser of 0.7 Tb = .280 in (or 7 mm) or ¼ inch (6 mm) … Lesser = ¼ in or 6 mm
108. Per B31.3, is PWHT required for the above illustration assuming P-No 1 material is used?
A) No, PWHT is never required for .670 in (17mm) header
B) No, PWHT is not required for .670 in (17 mm) header and repad (1.340 inches or 34 mm)
C) Yes, PWHT is required for .670 in (17 mm) header and repad (total = 1.340 inches or 34 mm)
D) Yes, PWHT is reqd for .670 in (17mm) header + repad + .250 (6mm) tc (1.340 +.250 =1.590 in)
Ans = D … B31.3, Sect. 331.1.3.a (sketch 4) & Fig 328.5.4.D … Rule for PWHT through a branch!
If Th + Tr + tc = greater than 1.50 inches (38.1 mm), perform PWHT!!! … 1.340 + .250 = 1.590 in
Code incorrectly uses 20mm = .750 inches … This is a case where using inches requires PWHT!
109. Per B31.3, What is PWHT temperature and minimum holding time for NPS 20 Sch. 120
A106 Gr. B pipe that has been welded in a major repair?
A) No PWHT is required in this case
B) PWHT at 1,100 – 1,200°F (593 - 649°C) is required for 1 hour
C) PWHT at 1,100 – 1,200°F (593 - 649°C) is required for 1.5 hours
D) None of these are correct
Ans = C … B31.3, Sect/Fig 331.1.1 … P-no 1 Row & Row for greater than ¾ in … 1 hr / inch
110. Per B31.3, What is PWHT temperature and minimum holding time for NPS 6 XXS A335
Gr. P5 pipe that has been welded during a repair to a fired heater outlet line?
A) No PWHT is required in this case
B) PWHT at 1,300 – 1,375°F (704 - 746°C) is required for 1 hour
C) PWHT at 1,300 – 1,400°F (704 - 760°C) is required for 1 hour
D) PWHT at 1,300 – 1,400°F (704 - 760°C) is required for 2 hours
Ans = D … B31.3, Sect/Fig 331.1.1 … P-no 5b Row & Row for greater than 3% Cr = 2 hour min
111. Per B31.3, Hardness tests of production welds & hot bent & hot formed piping are:
A) Intended to verify satisfactory heat treatment

B) Necessary to verify acceptable hardness results
C) Necessary to verify acceptable grain refinement
D) None of these is corrret
Answer = A … B31.3, Sect. 331.1.7 … Production Hardness Tests & Hardness Tests after PWHT
112. Per B31.3, Hardness test limits apply to all of these locations EXCEPT:
A) The weld and the heat affected zone (HAZ) either inside or outside the piping
B) The weld and HAZ tested as close as practicable to the edge of the weld
C) The weld and HAZ tested within 25 mm of the edge of the weld
Answer = B … B31.3, Sect. 331.1.7 … Production Hardness Tests & Hardness Tests after PWHT
113. Per B31.3, Hardness tests (after using furnace batch heat treatment) shall be applied:
A) To at least 5% of welds, hot bends & hot formed piping to verify satisfactory heat treatment
B) To at least 10% of welds, hot bends & hot formed piping to verify satisfactory heat treatment
C) To at least 25% of welds, hot bends & hot formed piping to verify satisfactory heat treatment
D) To 100% of all welds, hot bends, and hot formed piping to verify satisfactory heat treatment
Answer = B … B31.3, Sect. 331.1.7 … Production Hardness Tests & Hardness Tests after PWHT
114. Per B31.3, Hardness tests (after applying local heat treatment) shall be applied:
A) To at least 5% of welds, hot bends & hot formed piping to verify satisfactory heat treatment
B) To at least 10% of welds, hot bends & hot formed piping to verify satisfactory heat treatment
C) To at least 25% of welds, hot bends & hot formed piping to verify satisfactory heat treatment
D) To 100% of all welds, hot bends, and hot formed piping to verify satisfactory heat treatment
Answer = D … B31.3, Sect. 331.1.7 … Production Hardness Tests & Hardness Tests after PWHT
115. Per B31.3, Heat treatment is required after cold bending and forming for any material
requiring impact testing, where maximum calculated fiber elongation after bending/forming:
A) Exceeds 5% B) Exceeds 10%

C) Exceeds 10% D) Exceeds 50%
Answer = A … B31.3, Sect. 332.4.2.b … Heat treatment after Cold bending & Forming
B31.3 Practice Exam Qs (Ch. 6 Inspection/Exam/Testing) … 50 Q&A
116. Per B31.3, owner’s inspector shall be designated by the owner, but he CANNOT be:
A) Anyone designated by the owner
B) An employee of the owner acting as the owner’s agent
C) An employee of an engineering organization acting as the owner’s agent
D) An employee of a recognized insurance or inspection company acting as the owner’s agent
Answer = A … B31.3, Sect. 340.4 … Owner’s Inspector Owner = OK as an Inspector
117. Per B31.3, which of these does NOT qualify the owner’s inspector?
A) API 570 cert & 5 years’ experience in design/fab/exam of industrial pressure piping
B) CWI or SCWI & 5 years’ experience in design/fab/exam of industrial pressure piping
C) P.E. Registration & 5 years’ experience in design/fab/exam of industrial pressure piping
D) 5 years’ experience in design, fabrication and examination of industrial pressure piping
Answer = D … B31.3, Sect. 340.4 … Owner’s Inspector  Must have 10 years without certs
118. Per B31.3, which statement is correct regarding progressive sampling for exams when
required spot or random exam reveals a defect (How many Penalty shots are to be taken)?
A) 1 additional sample (same kind/same welder/same exam) taken from original designated lot
B) 2 additional samples (same kind/same welder/same exam) taken from original designated lot
C) 3 additional samples (same kind/same welder/same exam) taken from original designated lot
Answer = B … B31.3, Sect. 341.3.4.a … Progressive sampling rules  2 Penalty Shot rule
119. Per B31.3, which statement is correct regarding progressive sampling for exams when a
required spot or random examination reveals a defect and additional samples examined also
reveals another defect (How many added Penalty shots are now taken from the same lot)?
A) 1 additional defective sample requires 1 more additional sample (same kind/welder/exam)
B) 1 additional defective sample requires 2 more additional samples (same kind/welder/exam)
C) 1 additional defective sample requires 3 more additional samples (same kind/welder/exam)
D) None of these is correct because 100% of the original designated lot must now be examined
Answer = B … B31.3, Sect. 341.3.4.c … Progressive sampling rules  2 added Penalty Shots
120. Per B31.3, after how many consecutive failures (defects found in additional samples) will
the original designated lot require 100% full examination and repair of any defects?
A) After any of the 1st set of 2 additional samples (penalty shots) taken reveals a defect
B) After any of the 2nd set of 2 additional samples (penalty shots) taken reveals a defect
C) After any of the 3rd set of 2 additional samples (penalty shots) taken reveals a defect
D) None of these is correct because 100% of the original designated lot is never to be examined
Answer = B … B31.3, Sect. 341.3.4.c … Progressive sampling rules  100% exam reqd
121. Per B31.3, which statement is FALSE regarding the extent of visual examination for
NORMAL FLUID SERVICE?
A) At least 10% of fabrication is checked (Each welder or operator’s work shall be represented)
B) Sufficient components (by random selection) satisfy examiner specs are met (no defects)
C) Random examination/checks during erection of piping (alignment, supports, cold spring)
D) If pneumatic test is required, all threaded, bolted and mechanical joints are examined
Answer = A … B31.3, Sect. 341.4.1.a.1/2/3/4/5/6 … Normal Fluid Service  Visual  5%
122. Per B31.3, what is the extent of radiography for NORMAL FLUID SERVICE?
A) At least 5% of circumferential butt welds checked by full RT (Each welder/operator’s work)
B) At least 10% of circumferential butt welds checked by full RT (Each welder/operator’s work)
C) At least 25% of circumferential butt welds checked by full RT (Each welder/operator’s work)
Ans = A … B31.3, Sect. 341.4.1.b.1 … Normal Fluid Service  Full Radiography of 5% of welds
123. Per B31.3, what is the extent of radiography when a long seam intersects a girth weld in
NORMAL FLUID SERVICE?
A) At least 1 inch of the long seam shall be radiographed
B) At least 1.5 inches of the long seam shall be radiographed
C) At least 2.0 inches of the long seam shall be radiographed
D) At least 6.0 inches of the long seam shall be radiographed
Answer = A … B31.3, Sect. 341.4.1.b.1 … Normal Fluid Service  RT 1.5 inches of Long Seam
124. Per B31.3, what is the extent of visual inspection for NORMAL FLUID SERVICE?
A) At least 5% of fabrication is checked (Each welder/operator’s work shall be represented)
B) At least 10% of fabrication is checked (Each welder/operator’s work shall be represented)
C) At least 25% of fabrication is checked (Each welder/operator’s work shall be represented)
Ans = D … B31.3, Sect. 341.4.1.b.1 … Normal Fluid Service  VT to extent needed to satisfy
examiner components/materials/workmanship conform to B31.3 code & Engineering Design
125. Per B31.3, what is the extent of visual inspection for CATEGORY D FLUID SERVICE?
A) At least 5% of fabrication is checked (Each welder/operator’s work shall be represented)
B) At least 10% of fabrication is checked (Each welder/operator’s work shall be represented)
C) At least 25% of fabrication is checked (Each welder/operator’s work shall be represented)
D) Examine enough to satisfy examiner that components/material/workmanship meets code
Ans = D … B31.3, Sect. 341.4.2 … Category D Fluid Service  extent needed to satisfy code
126. Per B31.3, what is the maximum amount of cracking evident in a Category D girth weld
(Assume base metal thickness 12mm) when performing VT & RT exams?
A) None B) Less than or equal to 1 mm

C) Less than 1.5 mm D) Less than T/4 or 3 mm
Answer = A … B31.3, Sect. 341.3.2/Table 341.3.2  Crack  Cat. D  Note A = None allowed
127. Per B31.3, what is maximum depth of lack of fusion & incomplete penetration allowed in
Category D girth weld (Assume base metal 12mm thick) when performing VT & RT exams?

C) Less than or equal to 1.5 mm D) Less than or equal to 2.4 mm
Answer = D … B31.3, Sect. 341.3.2/Table 341.3.2  IF/IP  Cat. D  Note C = ≤ .2 T = 2.4 mm
128. Per B31.3, what is maximum depth of lack of fusion allowed in Normal Fluid Service girth
weld (Assume base metal 12mm thick) when performing VT & RT exams?

Answer = A … B31.3, Sect. 341.3.2/Table 341.3.2  IF  Normal Fluid Serv  Note A = 0
129. Per B31.3, what is maximum depth of incomplete penetration allowed in Normal Fluid
Service girth weld (Assume base metal 12mm thick) when performing VT & RT exams?

Ans = B … B31.3, Sect. 341.3.2/Table 341.3.2  IP  Norm Fluid  Note B = ≤ 1mm applies
Note: Criterion = ≤ 1 mm and 0.2 Tw (or 2.4 mm) … Use the lesser value when “and” appears
130. Per B31.3, what is maximum length of incomplete penetration allowed in Normal Fluid
Service girth weld (Assume base metal 12mm thick) when performing VT & RT exams?
A) Less than or equal to 12 mm in any 150 mm length of weld

B) Less than or equal to 25 mm in any 150 mm length of weld
C) Less than or equal to 38 mm in any 150 mm length of weld
D) Less than or equal to 50 mm in any 150 mm length of weld
Ans = C … B31.3, Sect. 341.3.2/Table 341.3.2 IP Norm Fluid Note B = ≤ 38 mm in 150 mm
131. Per B31.3, what is maximum size and distribution of internal porosity allowed in Normal
Fluid Service girth welds (Assume base metal 12mm thick) when performing RT exams?
A) As per ASME B31.3 Table limits (1/4 t rule for maximum pore size)
B) As per Section VIII, Division 1, Appendix 4 Limits
C) As per the ASME IX Table limits
D) There are no limits on porosity
Ans =B …B31.3, Table 341.3.2Porosity Norm Fluid Note E  D  ASME 8/D1/App 4 Table
132. Per B31.3, what is maximum size and distribution of internal porosity allowed in a
Category D girth weld (Assume base metal is 12mm thick) when performing RT exams?
A) As per ASME B31.3 Table limits (1/4 t rule for maximum pore size)
B) As per Section VIII, Division 1, Appendix 4 Limits
C) As per the ASME IX Table limits
D) There are no limits on porosity
Answer = D … B31.3, Table 341.3.2Porosity Category D  Note N/A  No criteria exists
133. Per B31.3, what is maximum length and width of an internal slag inclusion allowed in
Normal Fluid Service girth welds (Assume 12mm thick piping) when performing RT exams?
A) Less than or equal to 4 mm in length and less than or equal to 2.5 mm in width
B) Less than or equal to 6 mm in length and less than or equal to 2.5 mm in width
C) Less than or equal to 12 mm in length and less than or equal to 3.0 mm in width
D) Less than or equal to 24 mm in length and less than or equal to 3.0 mm in width
Ans = D … B31.3, Table 341.3.2SLAG Norm Fluid Note G  L = ≤ 2 Tw & W = 3 mm & Tw/2
134. Per B31.3, what is maximum length and width of an internal slag inclusion allowed in
Category D Service girth welds (Assume base metal 12mm thick) when performing RT exams?
A) Less than or equal to 6 mm in length and less than or equal to 2.5 mm in width
B) Less than or equal to 12 mm in length and less than or equal to 3.0 mm in width
C) Less than or equal to 24 mm in length and less than or equal to 3.0 mm in width
D) There are no limits on slag
Ans = D …B31.3, Table 341.3.2SLAG CATEGORY D  Note N/A  No limits/criterion exists
135. Per B31.3, what is maximum depth of undercut permitted in a Longitudinal Groove weld
in Normal Fluid Service (Assume 12mm thick piping) when performing VT & RT exams?
A) None
B) Less than or equal to 1 mm
C) Less than or equal to 1.5 mm
D) Less than or equal to 2.4 mm
Answer = A … B31.3, Sect. 341.3.2/Table 341.3.2  Undercutting  Norm Fluid  Note A = 0

136. Per B31.3, what is maximum depth of undercut permitted in a Girth weld in Normal Fluid
Service (Assume base metal 12mm thick) when performing VT & RT exams?
Answer = B …B31.3, Sect. 341.3.2/Table 341.3.2  Undercut Norm Fluid  Note B = ≤ 1mm
137. Per B31.3, what is maximum depth of incomplete penetration permitted in Longitudinal
Groove weld in Normal Fluid Service (Assume 12mm thick piping) when performing VT & RT?

Answer = A … B31.3, Sect. 341.3.2/Table 341.3.2  IP  Norm Fluid  Note A = 0
138. Per B31.3, what is maximum amount of surface porosity allowed in a girth weld in
Normal Fluid Service when performing VT (Assume 12mm thick piping)?
A) None is allowed
B) Less than or equal to 3 mm in a 25 mm linear distance
C) Less than or equal to 6 mm in a 25 mm linear distance
D) None is allowed only if the thickness is 5 mm and below
Ans = D … B31.3, Sect. 341.3.2/Table 341.3.2  Surface PorosityNorm Fluid, Note A=Note 5
139. Per B31.3, what is maximum amount of root concavity (suck up) allowed in a girth weld
in Normal Fluid Service when performing VT & RT (Assume 12mm thick piping)?
A) None is allowed
B) Less than or equal to 3 mm in a 25 mm linear distance
C) Less than or equal to 6 mm in a 25 mm linear distance
D) Weld Thickness (incl. reinforcement) must not be less than the adjacent base metal thickness
Ans = D … B31.3, Sect. 341.3.2/Table 341.3.2Suck upNorm Fluid, Note K= Value t = critical
140. Per B31.3, what is maximum weld reinforcement allowed in a girth weld in Normal Fluid
Service when performing VT (Assume 12mm thick piping)?
A) Less than or equal to 1.5 mm B) Less than or equal to 3.0 mm

Ans = D … B31.3, Sect. 341.3.2/Table 341.3.2 Suck upNorm Fluid Service, Note L = ≤ 3mm
Note: If the weld had been Category D … Note M would apply and the tolerance 2 X L value
141. Per B31.3, spot radiography of a longitudinal groove weld in a NPS 20 Pipe required to
have a weld joint factor of 0.90 requires radiography to what extent?
A) A single exposure (6 inches long minimum)
B) At least 150mm (6 inches) in each 30m (100 feet) of weld for each welder or operator
C) At least 300mm (12 inches) in each 30m (100 feet) of weld for each welder or operator
Answer = C … B31.3, Sect. 341.5.1.a Extent of spot RT  Longitudinal Welds
142. Per B31.3, spot radiography of circumferential butt welds (Assume NPS 20) should be:
A) Not less than one shot on one in each 20 welds for each welder or operator
B) At least 5% of welded joints for each welder or operator receive full radiography
C) At least 10% of welded joints for each welder or operator receive full radiography
Answer = A … B31.3, Sect. 341.5.1.b Extent of spot RT  Circumferential butt welds
143. Per B31.3, the locations of welds and the points at which they are to be examined by
spot radiography:
A) Shall be selected OR approved by the Inspector
B) Shall be approved by the inspector
C) Shall be selected by the Inspector
Answer = A … B31.3, Sect. 341.5.1.d Extent of spot RT  Longitudinal Welds
144. Per B31.3, examiners shall have training and experience:

A) And also be certified if requested by owner
B) In accordance with SNT-TC-1A Recommended Practice
C) Commensurate (equivalent) with the needs of the specified examinations
Answer = C … B31.3, Sect. 342.1Personnel Qualification & Certification
145. Per B31.3, Visual examinations shall be performed in accordance with:

A) Owner’s approved procedures
B) The BPV Code, ASME V, Article 9
C) The fabricator or manufacturer’s approved procedures
Answer = B … B31.3, Sect. 344.2.2  Visual examinations

146. Per B31.3, an extruded header outlet having a full penetration girth weld is subject to:
A) Random Radiography
B) Spot Radiography
C) 100% Radiography
D) Radiography specified for a given service
Answer = C … B31.3, Sect. 344.5.2.a & Figure 328.5.4.E  100% Radiography
147. Per B31.3, random radiography applies to (which of these weld types):
A) Girth and miter groove welds and fabricated branch connection welds
B) Girth and miter groove welds only
C) Longitudinal groove welds only
D) All weld types is ASME B31.3
Answer = B … B31.3, Sect. 344.5.2.b  100% Radiography
148. Per B31.3, the minimum requirement for spot radiography for a girth weld (≤ NPS 2) is:
A) A single elliptical exposure encompassing the entire weld circumference

B) The lesser of 25% if the inside circumference or 6 inches (152 mm)
C) 25% of the inside circumference
D) 6 inches (152 mm)
Answer = A … B31.3, Sect. 344.5.2.c  Spot Radiography
149. Per B31.3, the minimum requirement for spot radiography for a girth weld (≥ NPS 3) is:

Answer = B … B31.3, Sect. 344.5.2.c  Spot Radiography
150. Per B31.3, minimum requirement for spot radiography for a longitudinal groove weld is:

Answer = D … B31.3, Sect. 344.5.2.c  Spot Radiography

151. Per B31.3 acceptance criteria for UT (Assume 21 mm pipe), a linear-type discontinuity is
unacceptable if the amplitude of the indication exceeds reference level & its length exceeds:
A) 6 mm (.250 inches) B) 7 mm (.280 inches)
C) 19 mm (.750 inches) D) None of these are correct
Answer = B … B31.3, Sect. 344.6.2  UT acceptance criteria  Tw ÷ 3 = 7 mm
152. Per B31.3, a piping system may be subjected to an initial service leak test in lieu of a
hydrostatic leak test if it is approved by:
A) Owner (for any fluid service) B) Owner (for Category D service only)
C) Owner (for Normal Fluid Service only) D) None of these are correct
Answer = B … B31.3, Sect. 345.1.a  Initial service leak test  In lieu of hydrotest
153. Per B31.3, when an owner considers both hydrostatic and pneumatic leak testing
impracticable (hydrotest will damage internal linings and a pneumatic test would present an
undue hazard of possible release of stored energy), which of the items below is not required
by code to EXEMPT the owner from hydrostatic or pneumatic testing?
A) Circumferential and longitudinal and spiral groove welds shall be 100% radiographed
B) All welds (incl. structural attachments) not 100% radiographed must be MT’d or PT’d
C) A piping system flexibility analysis has been performed
D) An initial service leak test was performed
Answer = D … B31.3, Sect. 345.1.c.1/2 & 345.9  Alternative to hydro & pneumatic testing
Note: A sensitive leak test at 15 psi for 15 minutes is needed
154. Per B31.3, a preliminary pneumatic leak test is done at:

A) 15 psig for 15 minutes to locate leaks
B) The lesser of 15 psig or 25% of design pressure for 15 minutes to locate leaks
C) Not more than 25 psig prior to hydrostatic testing for 10 minutes to locate major leaks
D) None of these are correct
Answer = C … B31.3, Sect. 345.2.1.c & 345.2.2.a  Preliminary pneumatic leak test
155. Per B31.3, externally pressured piping shall be tested at an internal gage pressure:
A) 1.5 times external differential pressure but not less than 15 psi
B) 1.5 times external differential pressure but not more than 15 psi
C) Not more than 15 psig
D) Exactly 15 psig
Answer = A … B31.3, Sect. 345.2.4  Externally pressured piping

156. Per B31.3, all joints may be primed and painted prior to leak testing:
A) In all cases B) Unless a sensitive leak test is required

C) Unless a pneumatic test is required D) None of these are correct
Answer = B … B31.3, Sect. 345.2.4  Externally pressured piping
157. A repaired piping system is to be hydrostatically tested at an ambient test temperature

of 50°F. MAWP is 500 psi @ 700°F for the NPS 10, A-106 Gr. B, Sch. 80 piping system. What is
the code required hydrostatic test pressure?
A) 750 psig B) 838 psig

C) 898 psig D) None of these
Answer = C … Reference: ASME B31.3 Table A-1 & Para. 345.4.2.b … Use Formula
Solution: Determine St & Sd from A-1 Tables … St = 20,000 & Sd = 16,700 (St ÷ Sd = 1.1976)
1.5 (500 = pressure) (1.1976 … Rr = St/Sd = 1.1976) = 898.2 = 898 psig (2012 Code)
158. A piping system (API 5L Gr. B, MAWP = 500 psig at 650°F) is being hydrostatically tested
at 80°F using calibrated gauges. What is the code required hydrotest test pressure?
NOTE: Owner’s Procedure allows you to round the psig value to the nearest 5 psig.

C) 865 psig D) 905 psig
Answer: C … API 570, Para. 5.8  B31.3, Sect. 345.4.2.b  MUST USE FORMULA 24 … Pt = 1.5
PRr = 1.5 x 500 x (20,000 ÷ 17,300) = 750 x 1.156 = 867 psig … round to 865 psig NOTE: Use
Tables A-1 in ASME B31.3 … Bottom Page 156/157 … St = 20,000 Sd = 17,300
159. Minimum hold time and test pressure for a Sensitive Leak Test using the Gas and Bubble
test method with an approved low surface tension bubble forming solution is:
Additional Given Information: The system under test has a design pressure of 40 psi.
A) 15 mins at 10 psi B) 15 mins at 15 psi

C) 15 mins at 44 psi D) 30 mins at 44 psi
Answer = A … Ref: ASME B31.3, Par. 345.8  ASME V, Art. 10, Mandatory Appendix 1,
Sections I-1032a & I-1070 = 15 minutes & ASME B31.3 Para 345.8.a = lesser of 15 psi or 25%
design pressure (10 psi)  So you must use 10 psi  Therefore correct answer = A
160. Potential for a brittle failure shall be evaluated prior to Pneumatic Testing because of:
A) Higher chance for leakage involved B) Lower chance for leakage involved
C) Higher potential energy involved D) Lower potential energy involved
Answer = C … Ref: ASME B31.3, Par. 345.5.1 & API 570, 5.8.3 … Must know Pneumatic Tests
require Stored Energy Calculations … See ASME PCC-2
161. Per B31.3, What is the required pressure setting in psig for a relief device for a
Pneumatic Test when the design pressure is 500 psig and the test factor = 1.1?

Answer = B … Ref: ASME B31.3, Par. 345.5.2 … The lesser of 50 psi or 10% of the test pressure
Test pressure = 500 x 1.1 = 550 psig … Add the lesser of 50 psig or 10% (55 psig) = 600 psig
162. Per B31.3, Pneumatic Test pressures shall never exceed:
A) 1.1 x design pressure

B) 1.33 x design pressure
C) Pressure to produce stress in excess of 90% yield strength
D) Lesser of 1.33 x design pressure or pressure to produce stress in excess of 90% yield strength
Answer = D … Ref: ASME B31.3, Par. 345.5.4 … Maximum Pneumatic Test pressure
163. Per B31.3, What is required test pressure for 1st stage of pressurization when Pneumatic
Test is being performed at 550 psig on a system with a design pressure of is 500 psig?
C) 25 psig D) 275 psi
Answer = C … Ref: B31.3, Par. 345.5.5 … Lesser of ½ test pressure (275) or 25 psig = 25 psig
164. Per B31.3, What is the required test pressure for the 1st stage of pressurization when a
Pneumatic Test is being performed at 40 psig on a system with a design pressure of is 30 psig?
Answer = B … Ref: B31.3, Par. 345.5.5 … Lesser of ½ test pressure (20) or 25 psig = 20 psig
165. How many ASME B31.3 questions will be on your API 570 exam?
A) 10 B) 15 C) 20  D) 25

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ANSWER THE QUESTIONS ON THE NEXT PAGE REGARDING CODE COVERAGE

26. Per B31.3, rapid cooling of a heated metal … is called:

Answer = B … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Indication  Linear

Answer = C … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Indication  Rounded

Answer = C … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Packaged Equipment

Answer = C … Ref: ASME B31.3, Sect 300.2  Defin. Pipe  Notch-Sensitive

A) ½ NPS and greater B) ¼ NPS and greater

A) API 5L Grade A or B seamless B) ASTM A53 Type F

A) Shall be limited to Class 150 B) Shall be limited to Class 300

Answer = D … Ref: B31.3, Sect 308.2.1.a.1  Specific Requirements for Flanges

A) 125 only B) 125 & 150

Answer = C … Ref: B31.3, Sect 309.2.2  Specific Requirements for Bolting

A) There is no gap requirement per code

49. Per B31.3, Which statement is TRUE regarding Seal Welds?

Answer = A … Ref: B31.3, Sect 314.1.a/b  Specific Threaded Joint Requirements

51. Per B31.3, tapered threaded joints shall conform to:

A) It is intentional deformation during assembly to produce a desired initial displacement/stress

Answer = D … Ref: B31.3, Section 319.2.4 COLD SPRING  Limited ductility

A) Carbon Steels B) Low Alloy Steels

A) Discharge lines shall not impinge on other piping systems or equipment

A) 15°F (-9.4°C) B) -20°F (-28.9°C) C) -55°F (-48.3°C) D) None of these

A) 15°F (-9.4°C) B) -20°F (-28.9°C) C) -55°F (-48.3°C) D) None of these is correct

A) 88°F (31°C) B) 51°F (10.6°C) C) 14°F (-10°C) D) None of these

A) Two specimens B) Three specimens C) Four specimens D) None of these

A) 5mm x 5mm B) 8mm x 8mm C) 10mm x 10mm D) None of these

A) 5mm x 5mm B) 8mm x 8mm C) 10mm x 10mm D) None of these

A) At the design minimum temperature of the material being tested

A) IT is not required for this Curve A material in this case

A) API 600 B) API 602 C) API 603 D) API 608

A) API 600 B) API 602 C) API 603 D) API 608

A) API 600 B) API 602 C) API 603 D) API 608

A) API 600 B) API 602 C) API 603 D) API 608

A) ASME B16.9 B) ASME B16.11 C) ASME B16.20 D) None of these.

A) ASME B16.9 B) ASME B16.11 C) ASME B16.20 D) None of these.

A) MSS SP-6 B) MSS SP-25 C) MSS SP-55 D) None of these

A) MSS SP-6 B) MSS SP-25 C) MSS SP-55 D) None of these

A) ASME B16.9 B) ASME B16.11 C) ASME B16.20 D) None of these.

80. What is STD for General Purpose Pipe threads?

A) ASME B16.9 B) ASME B16.11 C) ASME B16.20 D) None of these.

Answers: ASME B31.3 Section 4 … 71 = A, 72 = B, 73 = C, 74 = D, 75 = A, 76 = B, 77 = A, 78 = B,

Answer = C … Ref: B31.3, Sect. 328.2  Welding Qualification  2012 Rev

Answer = B … B31.3, Sect. 328.2.3  Performance Qualifications by Others  SHOULD KNOW

Answer = C … B31.3, Sect. 328.2.3  Performance Qualifications by Others  SHOULD KNOW

Answer = B … B31.3, Sect. 328.4.2.a.1 … End Preparation rules before Welding

Answer = B … B31.3, Fig. 328.5.2.B.1 … Lesser of T or 6 mm  6 mm

Answer = C … B31.3, Fig. 328.5.2.B.3 … Lesser of 1.4 T (7mm) or hub T (9 mm)  7 mm

A) Seal welds shall cover all exposed threads

101. Per B31.3, Preheat is used:

A) Excluding tack welds only

A) 50°F (10°C) B) 80°F (175°C)

A) 50°F (10°C) B) 175°F (80°C)

Answer = D … B31.3, Section 330.1.3 … Rules for Preheating temperature verification

106. Per B31.3, the preheat zone:

A) Shall extend at least 25 mm (1 inch) beyond each edge of the weld

Answer = A … B31.3, Section 330.1.4 … 25 mm Rule for Preheat zone

… GIVEN: Th & Tr = .670 in (17 mm) & Tb = .400 in (10 mm)

A) Intended to verify satisfactory heat treatment

A) Exceeds 5% B) Exceeds 10%

Answer = A … B31.3, Sect. 341.4.1.a.1/2/3/4/5/6 … Normal Fluid Service  Visual  5%

A) None B) Less than or equal to 1 mm

A) None B) Less than or equal to 1 mm

Answer = D … B31.3, Sect. 341.3.2/Table 341.3.2  IF/IP  Cat. D  Note C = ≤ .2 T = 2.4 mm

A) None B) Less than or equal to 1 mm

Answer = A … B31.3, Sect. 341.3.2/Table 341.3.2  IF  Normal Fluid Serv  Note A = 0