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When using a hacksaw, blades with __________ teeth are more appropriate for cutting thinner materials.
wider |
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less |
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more |
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thinner |
A hacksaw has replaceable blades and is used to cut metal. The blade type is chosen based on the material that is to be cut. Blades with larger numbers of teeth per inch are more appropriate for cutting thinner materials.
The __________ is an initial shallow saw cut made as a guide to prevent the saw from slipping sideways on subsequent more powerful cuts.
guide |
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kerf |
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groove |
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channel |
When you start sawing by creating a kerf it will help prevent the saw from slipping sideways when you begin the power strokes that do most of the cutting.
You're replacing the hubcaps on a car. Which of the following are you most likely to use?
rubber mallet |
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wooden mallet |
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ball-peen hammer |
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claw hammer |
A mallet is a hammer with a relatively large head, often made of rubber or wood. Both the size and material of the mallet head help prevent damage when striking more delicate surfaces.
Which of the following is used in metal work for shaping metal?
claw hammer |
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rivet hammer |
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ball peen hammer |
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mallet |
Ball peen hammers are most commonly used in automotive repair. They have rounded heads and are used to drive punches and chisels.
A welding rod provides:
protection for the welder |
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fuel for the welding torch |
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the joining material for a weld |
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stability for the welding torch |
The joining material for a weld is called a welding or filler rod and is available in a variety of diameters and alloys for different welding tasks.