7th Weekly Exam – SPDI

INSTRUCTION: Select the correct answer for each of the following questions. Mark only one answer for each item by
shading the box corresponding on the letter of your choice on the answer sheet provided. STRICTLY NO ERASURES

ALLOWED. Use pencil No. 2 only.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. The vertical portion of a rainwater conductor. (MP Feb 2022)

a. horizontal pipe
b. downspout
c. catch basin
d. gutter

2. A flange that closes the end of a pipe. (MP Feb 2022)

a. blank flange
b. blind flange
c. flat flange
d. ring flange

3. Part of the lowest horizontal piping of a drainage system which receives the discharge from soil, waste and other
drainage pipes inside the walls of the building. (MP Feb 2022)

a. building sewer
b. building drain
c. building subdrain
d. building supply

4. Portion of an underground system, which cannot drain by gravity into the building sewer. (MP Feb 2022)
a. building sewer
b. building drain
c. building subdrain
d. building supply

5. A fitting, screwed or caulked over the end of a pipe for closing the pipe end. (MP Feb 2022)
a. plug
b. cap
c. coupling
d. end cap

6. Approximate heights of a built-in bathtub from floor level to fixture rim.

a. 12”
b. 16”
c. 20”
d. 24”

7. A receptacle in which liquids are retained for a sufficient period of time to allow settleable material to deposit. (MP Feb
2022)
a. downspout
b. storm drain
c. catch basin
d. leader

8. Ph 0 stands for: (MP Feb 2022)

a. alkaline
b. neutral
c. acidic
d. basic

109. Primary function is to provide air circulation of air between drainage and vent systems. (MP Feb 2022)
a. relief vent
b. re-vent
c. circuit vent
d. local vent

10. Approximate heights of a water closet from floor level to fixture rim.
a. 12”
b. 15”
c. 10”
d. 18”

11. Is the discharge from any fixture, appliance or appurtenance in connection with a plumbing system which does not
received fecal matter? (MP Feb 2022)
a. liquid waste
b. waste pipe
c. sewer line
d. waste

12. Is a pipe or pipes installed to provide a flow or circulation of air within the plumbing system to protect trap seals
siphoning and back pressure. (MP Feb 2022)
a. yoke vent
b. drainage system
c. group vent
d. vent system

13. Approximate heights of a lavatory from floor level to fixture rim.

a. 34”
b. 31”
c. 28”
d. 18”

14. Ph 14 means: (MP Feb 2022)

a. alkaline
b. neutral
c. acidic
d. toxic

15. Approximate heights of a laundry tray from floor level to fixture rim.
a. 32”
b. 34”
c. 40”
d. 28”

16. The minimum pipe size for dry standpipe is: (MP Feb 2022)
a. 76 mm
b. 102 mm
c. 125 mm
d. 152 mm

17. The minimum pipe size for condensate drain for 3 TR AC Unit.
a. 20 mm
b. 13 mm
c. 25 mm
d. 15 mm

18. The minimum diameter of a dry standpipe requiring a 3-way Siamese connection is: (MP Feb 2022)
a. 76 mm
b. 102 mm
c. 125 mm
d. 152 mm

19. The minimum diameter of a dry standpipe requiring a 4-way Siamese connection is: (MP Feb 2022)
a. 76 mm
b. 102 mm
c. 125 mm
d. 152 mm

20. The minimum area and dimensions shall be maintained from a point above the shower drain outlet to a height of ____
with no protrusions.
a. 1.5 m
b. 1.6 m
c. 1.78 m
d. 1.9 m

21. Shower receptors built directly on the ground shall be constructed, except:
a. approved type dense
b. non-absorbent
c. non-corrosive
d. acid-resistant

22. Each receptor built directly on the ground shall have, except: (MP Feb 2022)
a. smooth
b. impervious
c. durable surfaces
d. firm bed

23. Shower receptors that built above ground the sub-floor and rough side of walls to a height of ___ above the top of the
finished dam.
a. 3 inches (76 mm)
b. 4 inches
c. 2 inches
d. 1 1/2 inches

24. The purpose of using a flux are the following, except one. What is this?
a. to light the torch to its maximum
b. dissolve residual traces of oxides
c. prevent oxides from forming during heating
d. to float out oxides ahead of the solder

25. In shower compartment, all lining materials shall be pitched at a slope of _____ to weep holes in subdrain of a smooth
and solidly formed sub-base.
a. 40 mm/m
b. 20 mm/m
c. 10.5 mm/m
d. 5.3 mm/m

26. In shower compartment, all folds, laps and reinforcing webbing shall extend to at least ______ in all directions from
the corner and all webbing shall be of approved type and mesh, producing a tensile strength of not less than 0.9 kg/mm in
either direction.
a. 76 mm
b. 101 mm
c. 51 mm
d. 125 mm

27. Lead and copper sub-pans or linings shall be installed from all conducting substances other than their connecting drain
by?
a. 6.8 kg asphalt felt
b. 19.6 kg/m2
c. GA. 24 B & S (0.5 mm thk)
d. be burned

28. No lead pan or liner shall be constructed material weighing less than?
a. 6.8 kg asphalt felt
b. 19.6 kg/m2
c. GA. 24 B & S (0.5 mm thk)
d. be burned

29. Thickness of copper pans or liners shall be at least?

a. 6.8 kg asphalt felt
b. 19.6 kg/m2
c. GA. 24 B & S (0.5 mm thk)
d. be burned

30. Joints in lead pans or liners shall be?

a. 6.8 kg asphalt felt
b. 19.6 kg/m2
c. GA. 24 B & S (0.5 mm thk)
d. burned

31. All whirlpool bathtubs shall comply with a removable panel of sufficient dimension shall be provided for?
a. access to the pump
b. circulating pump
c. pop up
d. flow limiting features

32. All whirlpool bathtubs shall comply with the pump and the circulating piping shall be?
a. self-draining to minimize water retention
b. automatic flush to achieve low water consumption
c. flow limiting features
d. pop-up

33. The ABS stack can be tested ___ after the last joint is made. (MP Feb 2022)
a. 1 hr
b. 30 minutes
c. 1 hr 20 mins
d. 10 minutes

34. The name was derived from its size being large in diameter and also classified as a water seal device. (MP Feb 2022)
a. grease trap
b. clarifier
c. sanitary pipe
d. drum trap

35. On a sanitary waste line, what is located in an accessible area and attaches to the end of the waste pipe in the
direction of opposite flow?
a. cleanout
b. sewer pipe
c. vent pipe
d. sanitary wye

36. Who shall maintain the plumbing and drainage system of the client premises?
a. owner’s agent
b. Authority Having Jurisdiction
c. journeyman
d. laborer

37. A kind of test shall be used in testing the tightness condition of the drainage or plumbing system of any building
premises when there is reason to believe that it has become defective.
a. water test
b. air test
c. smoke test
d. bomb test

38. What part of a pipe curves like neck of a goose, and is flexible?
a. e-curve
b. cross
c. auger
d. gooseneck

39. Copper has several alloys such as brass that are used as a plumbing material. What is the principal alloy found in
brass? (MP Feb 2022)
a. aluminum
b. nickel
c. tin
d. zinc

40. Water test procedures, except:

a. all openings in the piping shall be tightly closed except the highest opening
b. no section shall be tested with less than 10 ft of water
c. The water shall be kept at least 15 mins before inspection starts.
d. The system shall be tight at all points.

41. Air test procedures, except: (MP Feb 2022)

a. attaching an air compressor testing apparatus to any suitable opening
b. having uniform gauge pressure of 5 psi at least 15 mins.
c. having uniform gauge pressure of 35.4 kPa at least 15 mins.
d. the inlet and outlet of the system shall be closed and sufficient balance a column of 254 mm Hg in height

42. What type of joint is a compression coupling?

a. mechanical
b. threaded
c. bolted
d. screw

43. What device is used to raise the temperature of some of the domestic water supply for use in various fixtures?
a. thermostat
b. heating element
c. sensing element
d. hot water heater

44. Which fitting is not necessary in the installation of the house service?
a. corporation stop
b. meter stop
c. curb stop
d. water meter

45. What is the primary purpose of valving?

a. change the direction of fluid flow
b. adjust pipe size
c. deliver fluid
d. regulate fluid flow

46. Which of the following factors is not considered in sizing the water supply piping?
a. length of the pipe in the building
b. pressure of the water supply at the source
c. number and kind of fixtures installed
d. pipe friction

47. It is a by-product of methane, classified as poisonous gas.

a. sulfur dioxide
b. hydrogen sulfide
c. carbon monoxide
d. carbon dioxide
48. What type of fixture operates under pressure from the water supply and required a higher supply flow rate?
a. flush valve
b. flush tank
c. pressurized tank
d. transfer pump

49. What is the name of the washer that seals the bottom of a lavatory bowl? (MP Feb 2022)
a. cushion
b. compression
c. escutcheon plate
d. mack

50. What do you call the drains which serve one or more fixtures that discharges into another drain or into a stack?
a. fixture drains
b. horizontal branches
c. wet vents
d. fixture branches

51. What is the correct and most accurate way to measure out lengths of pipe? (MP Feb 2022)
a. center-to-face
b. end-to-center
c. end-to-end
d. center-to-center

52. Which of the following is acceptable procedure when installing piping in a load-bearing wooden partition?
a. do not drill or notch the studs
b. drill a hole through the center of the studs
c. drill a hole at the sides of the studs
d. make a notch not more than one-half the thickness

53. What safety equipment/device should plumbing construction workers wear?

a. gloves
b. shoes
c. belts
d. googles

54. What could be a solution to a restricted water flow of the faucet?

a. replace a clean filter screen
b. clean or replace hose head valve
c. re-adjust valve
d. smooth out lever nut

55. Is a combination of hydrogen and carbon, a principal component of natural gas?

a. carbon monoxide
b. methane gas
c. hydrogen sulfide
d. sulfur dioxide

56. How do you connect pump in series? (MP Feb 2022)

a. different gpm
b. same gpm
c. same horsepower
d. different horsepower

57. The classification of water when it contains dissolved salts of calcium and magnesium?
a. soft
b. hard
c. neutral
d. balanced

58. The primary purpose of a septic tank is to ___.

a. distribute raw sewage to the leaching field
b. vent doors to atmosphere
c. act as settling tank
d. chemically treat raw sewage

59. According to the IPC, above what temperature can you consider as hot water? (MP Feb 2022)
a. 120⁰F
b. 212⁰F
c. 202⁰F
d. 100⁰C

60. What type of faucet is now most often used on plumbing fixtures? (MP Feb 2022)
a. swivel type
b. compression type
c. swing type
d. wheel type

61. Aside from lavatory, what is the other common fixture that is provided with overflow?
a. bathtub
b. slop sink
c. urinal
d. kitchen sink

62. Aside from letting excess water escape below the flood level rim of the fixture, what is the other purpose of the
overflow?
a. serves as a vent to the fixture
b. facilitate in the removal of foreign matter
c. to maintain the depth of trap seal
d. protect against self-siphonage

63. What fitting will be used in a water supply line if it is used to join two pipes of different materials that would
eventually generate corrosion?
a. sovent union
b. dielectric union
c. ionizer
d. adapter

64. What must bathtubs be provided when recessed into the finished walls?
a. they must have waterproof joints
b. a drum trap must be provided
c. sufficient space for other fixtures
d. sufficient leg and elbow room

65. Straight tees are used in what section of the DWV system? (MP Feb 2022)
a. septic tank
b. vent
c. sewer line
d. drainage

66. What is the minimum size of cast iron soil pipe being manufactured for use in a DWV system?
a. 76 mm
b. 51 mm
c. 102 mm
d. 152 mm

67. Both the sanitary cross and straight cross are used in the piping system, however they are not permitted to be used
in?
a. horizontal line piping
b. ventilation system
c. vertical line piping
d. sewer line

68. Aside from being used in testing a system for leaks, what is the other use of a test tee?
a. used as an accessory to the ventilation system
b. used as floor drain
c. used as a permanent cleanout
d. used as a reserve fitting

69. Women’s urinal fixture? (MP Feb 2022)

a. washdown
b. feminine stall urinal
c. bathtub
d. bidet

70. Which wall is best suited if soil pipe will run through it?
a. drywall
b. shear wall
c. 6” CHB
d. retaining wall

71. It can prevent water hammer?

a. float valve
b. water meter seal
c. check valve
d. air chamber

72. Alternative to the conventional septic tank?

a. sanitary landfill
b. STP
c. cistern
d. aerobic treatment system
73. The minimum size of a swimming pool drain?
a. 3 inches
b. 4 inches
c. 2 inches
d. 1 1/2 inches

74. What is used to shut off flow of water during maintenance?

a. angle valve
b. check valve
c. gate valve
d. globe valve

75. Where are storm sewer usually placed?

a. under the side walk on narrow road and under the road on wide road
b. near the curb
c. at the center of the road
d. none of the above

76. Best location to put soil pipes? (MP Feb 2022)

a. drywall
b. pipe chase
c. 6” CHB wall
d. shear wall

77. Best for sanitary pipes?

a. uPVC
b. cPVC
c. PEX
d. GI

78. Level 3 types of water service refers to? (MP Feb 2022)
a. artesian well
b. individual house pipes in connection with meter
c. public faucet
d. individual shallow well hand up installation

79. Black steel pipe with galvanized malleable fitting is ideal for? (MP Feb 2022)
a. oxygen pipe
b. electrical conduit
c. gas pipe
d. water pipe

80. What type of materials is used for the base of a septic tank in a digestive chamber?
a. steel base
b. earth base
c. mass concrete
d. reinforced concrete

81. What pipe should not be buried underground?

a. BI pipe
b. PE pipe
c. HDPE
d. GI pipe

82. A pipe fitting to join two straight lengths of pipes? (MP Feb 2022)
a. coupling
b. nipple
c. plug
d. cap

83. The quality of Galvanized Iron pipe are rated by? (MP Feb 2022)
a. class
b. schedule
c. series
d. gauge

84. Gray water that enters a collection reservoir must be______.

a. measured
b. tasted
c. filtered
d. monitored

85. Water heaters, hose bibs, sill cocks are normally protected from backflow with ______.
a. an vacuum breaker
b. air gap
c. air break
d. air test

86. Gray water is a type of waste water that comes from?

a. sinks, showers and bathtubs
b. toilets
c. toilets and garbage disposals
d. industrial waste

87. _______ means a water closet, lavatory and a bathtub or shower located together on same floor level.
a. half bath
b. three-quarter bath
c. full bath
d. bathroom group

88. A pipe or shaft to convey foul air from a plumbing fixture or a room to the outer air. (MP Feb 2017)
a. shaft vent
b. local vent
c. individual vent
d. mini vent

89. Kind of sprinkler heads that basically used with ceiling that has temperature of 155⁰F. (MP Feb 2017)
a. pendent
b. upright
c. sidewall
d. luminaire
90. A vent that does not carry liquid or waste borne wastes.
a. wet vent
b. stack vent
c. vent stack
d. dry vent

91. The maximum vertical depth of liquid that a trap will retain, measured between the crown weir and the top of the dip
of the trap is?
a. air seal
b. atmospheric pressure
c. trap seal
d. seal primer

92. What type of bacteria requires oxygen for their action in the decomposition of sewage?
a. facultative bacteria
b. anaerobic bacteria
c. aerobic bacteria
d. pathogenic bacteria

93. The distance between cleanout in horizontal waste and soil pipe lines shall not exceed:
a. 25 ft
b. 40 ft
c. 50 ft
d. 30 ft

94. DWV in the drainage installation of plumbing system stands for: (MP Feb 2022)
a. dry, wet, vent
b. depth, width, volume
c. downspout, water , ventilation
d. drainage, waste, vent

95. An underground soil formation that contains sufficient saturated permeable material that yields significant quantities
of water.
a. run-off water
b. surface water
c. mid-ground water
d. aquifer

96. The end of a cast iron pipe that fits into a bell or hub. (MP Feb 2022)
a. ferrule
b. oakum
c. pig lead
d. spigot

97. An elbow with male thread on one end and female thread on the other end.
a. straight elbow
b. street elbow
c. socket elbow
d. long elbow
98. What gas of septic tank evolves as a moist gas from organic waste? (MP Feb 2022)
a. carbon dioxide
b. methane
c. hydrogen
d. carbon monoxide

99. What gas in the septic tank is colorless and has an offensive odor? (MP Feb 2022)
a. sulfur dioxide
b. carbon dioxide
c. hydrogen sulfide
d. methane

100. What gas in the septic tank is colorless and has an irritating odor? (MP Feb 2022)
a. sulfur dioxide
b. carbon dioxide
c. hydrogen sulfide
d. methane

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SANITATION, DESIGN AND 33. A 68. C
INSTALLATION- ANSWER KEY 34. D 69. D
35. A 70. C
1. B
36. A 71. D
2. B
37. B 72. D
3. B
38. D 73. C
4. C
39. D 74. C
5. B
40. D 75. B
6. B
41. C 76. B
7. C
42. A 77. A
8. C
43. D 78. B
9. A
44. C 79. C
10. B
45. D 80. D
11. A
46. D 81. D
12. D
47. C 82. A
13. B
48. A 83. B
14. A
49. D 84. C
15. B
50. D 85. A
16. B
51. B 86. A
17. A
52. B 87. B
18. C
53. B 88. B
19. D
54. A 89. A
20. C
55. B 90. D
21. D
56. B 91. C
22. D
57. B 92. C
23. A
58. C 93. C
24. A
59. A 94. D
25. B
60. B 95. D
26. B
61. A 96. D
27. A
62. D 97. B
28. B
63. B 98. C
29. C
64. A 99. C
30. D
65. B 100. A
31. A
66. B
32. A
67. A