Question 1
In manual metal arc welding (MMA/SMAW), what is the primary function of the flux coating on the electrode?
Correct Answer:
To shield the arc and molten pool from atmospheric contamination
Question 2
Which shielding gas is normally used for the gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW/TIG) of carbon and stainless steels?
Correct Answer:
Pure argon (or argon-helium mixes)
Question 3
In arc welding, increasing the arc voltage while holding current and travel speed constant will generally produce a weld bead that is:
Correct Answer:
Wider and flatter
Question 4
In MIG/MAG welding, which metal-transfer mode is characterised by low heat input, no spatter when correctly tuned, and is preferred for thin sheet and positional welding?
Correct Answer:
Dip (short-circuit) transfer
Question 5
Which welding process uses a continuously fed flux that is deposited ahead of the arc so that the arc burns beneath a granular blanket, hidden from view?
Correct Answer:
Submerged arc welding (SAW)
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