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An Allen wrench ________________.

  1. is made exclusively by the Allen Manufacturing Company, LLC.
  2. fits all kinds of screws.
  3. fits screws with an octagonal recess in the head.
  4. fits screws with a hexagonal recess in the head.

Answer(s): D

Explanation:

An Allen wrench fits screws with a hexagonal recess in the head of the screw.



A machine screw _________________.

  1. cannot cut threads in wooden surfaces.
  2. is only used for steel building construction.
  3. will work with any nut that has the correct diameter.
  4. can be used to cut threads in sheet metal.

Answer(s): A

Explanation:

A machine screw cannot cut threads in wooden surfaces. Machine screws are used in a wide variety of applications, not just building or construction; the diameter and pitch of the screw and the nut must be the same for them to work together; and a machine screw cannot be used to cut threads in sheet metal.



Uncontrolled, rapid drying of wood (for instance, lumber) causes .

  1. warping
  2. harmless discoloration, unless it's green, which indicates rot
  3. checking and cracking
  4. an increase in wood strength

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

Uncontrolled, rapid drying of wood (for instance, lumber) causes checking and cracking. This is why new lumber sometimes is kept submerged in water until it's time for it to be cut.



A finishing nail has a than a common nail __________________.

  1. larger head and larger diameter
  2. larger head and smaller diameter
  3. smaller head and smaller diameter
  4. smaller head and larger diameter

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

A finishing nail has a smaller head and smaller diameter than a common nail.






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