Section 3 API-650 Practice Questions

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Section 1 Scope
1. API 650 covers the design, materials, fabrication, erection, and testing of aboveground
steel storage tanks. What is the maximum internal pressure for tanks not covered by
appendix F of this standard?
a) Maximum pressure shall not exceed 15 psig
b) Maximum pressure shall not exceed 15 psia
c) Maximum pressure shall not exceed the weight of the roof plates
d) Maximum pressure shall not exceed the weight of the floor plates
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 1.1.1
2. API-650 applies only to tanks whose entire bottom is uniformly supported and tanks in
___ that have a maximum operating temperature of _____F.
a) Any petrochemical service and temperature not exceeding 120F
b) Non-refrigerated service and temperature not exceeding 200F
c) Non-refrigerated service and temperature not exceeding 120F
d) Any petrochemical service and temperature not exceeding 200F
3. An aboveground storage tank is to be subjected to a small internal service pressure. To
which standard or Code may the tank be designed?
a) API-650 providing the requirements of Appendix F are met
b) API-653 providing the requirements of Appendix F are met
c) ASME-Section VIII, Div. 1 providing the requirements of Appendix F are met
d) ASME-Section VIII, Div. 2 providing the requirements of Appendix F are met
4. According to Table 1-1, what is the status of Appendix O?
a) This Appendix is a Recommendation
b) This Appendix is a Requirement
c) This Appendix is Mandatory
d) This Appendix is Purchasers option
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 1.1.19 and Table 1-1
5. What is the purpose of the ( ) next to a paragraph number?
a) The paragraph requires a decision or action by the API
b) The paragraph requires a decision or action by the Inspector
c) The paragraph requires a decision or action by the purchaser
d) The paragraph requires a decision or action by the fabricator
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 1.1.2 and Note
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Answers to API-Standard 650 Section 1, Scope

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Section 2 Materials
1. API-650 lists materials to be used in the construction of tanks covered by the standard. Is
it permissible to use materials other than those listed in the standard?
a) No only materials listed in API-650 may be used in tank fabrication
b) Yes as long as the manufacturer accepts full liability for tank failure
c) Yes providing it is certified as meeting all requirements of a material listed in
API-650 and is approved by the API-653 Inspector
d) Yes providing it is certified as meeting all the requirements of a material listed in
API-650 and is approved by the purchaser
2. If a new or unused plate cannot be completely identified, may it still be used in the
construction of tanks within the scope of API-650?
a) Yes only if the material passes the tests prescribed in Appendix S
b) Yes only if the material passes the tests prescribed in Appendix N
c) Yes only if the material passes the tests prescribed in ASME Section V
d) Yes only if the material passes the tests prescribed in ASME Section VIII, Div. 2
3. What is the maximum permitted underrun for shell, roof, and bottom plates?
a) 0.10 inch from the computed design thickness or minimum permitted thickness
b) 0.01 inch from the computed design thickness or minimum permitted thickness
c) 0.001 inch from the computed design thickness or minimum permitted thickness
d) 0.02 inch from the computed design thickness or minimum permitted thickness
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 2.2.1.2.3
4. Shell plates are limited to what maximum thickness?
a) Shell plates are limited to a maximum thickness of 1.250 inches
b) Shell plates are limited to a maximum thickness of 1.875 inches
c) Shell plates are limited to a maximum thickness of 1.750 inches
d) Shell plates are limited to a maximum thickness of 1.075 inches
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 2.2.1.4
5. Which of the following is not a requirement for shell plates that are thicker than 1.5
inches?
a) Plates thicker than 1.5 inches shall be free of mill scale and painted
b) Plates thicker than 1.5 inches shall be made to fine-grain practice
c) Plates thicker than 1.5 inches shall be impact tested
d) Plates thicker than 1.5 inches shall be normalized or quench tempered
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6. What is the maximum shell plate thickness permitted for a tank fabricated of ASTM A 36
material?
a) This plate material is limited to 1.750 inches
b) This plate material is limited to 1.075 inches
c) This plate material is limited to 1.050 inches
d) This plate material is limited to 1.500 inches
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 2.2.2 a
7. What is the maximum shell plate thickness permitted for a tank fabricated of ASTM A
285, Grade C material?
a) This plate material is limited to 1.000 inches
b) This plate material is limited to 1.250 inches
c) This plate material is limited to 1.500 inches
d) This plate material is limited to 1.750 inches
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 2.2.2 d
8. All welding to repair surface defects shall be done with ______.
a) Cellulose coated electrode
b) High nickel content electrode
c) Low-hydrogen electrode
d) Gas tungsten process
9. When conducting impact tests, how many specimens are required from a single test
coupon?
a) Impact tests shall be performed on a single specimen taken from a single test
coupon
b) Impact tests shall be performed on two specimens taken from a single test coupon
c) Impact tests shall be performed on three specimens taken from a single test
coupon
d) Impact tests shall be performed on four specimens taken from a single test coupon
10. In situations where it is not possible to obtain full size specimens, what is the required
width along the notch for subsize specimens?
a) 60% of the material thickness
b) 80% of the material thickness
c) 90% of the material thickness
d) 75% of the material thickness
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11. Unless data is available to justify a different temperature, what must the design metal
temperature be for an aboveground storage tank to be installed in Birmingham, Alabama?
a) The design temperature shall be assumed to be 25F
b) The design temperature shall be assumed to be 15F
c) The design temperature shall be assumed to be 20F
d) The design temperature shall be assumed to be 10F
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 2.2.9.3 and Figure 2-2
12. Unless data is available to justify a different temperature, what must the design metal
temperature be for an aboveground storage tank to be installed in Indianapolis, Indiana?
a) The design temperature shall be assumed to be 5F
b) The design temperature shall be assumed to be -5F
c) The design temperature shall be assumed to be 0F
d) The design temperature shall be assumed to be 10F
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 2.2.9.3 and Figure 2-2
13. What is the required average longitudinal impact value of three specimens taken from a
1.375 inch thick A 516M-60(415) normalized Group IIIA test coupon?
a) 30 foot-pounds
b) 20 foot-pounds
c) 15 foot-pounds
d) 13 foot-pounds
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 2.2.10.2 and Figures 2-3 and 2-4
14. What is the required average longitudinal impact value of three specimens taken from a
1.5 inch thick A 516M-70(485) as rolled Group V test coupon?
a) 35 foot-pounds
b) 25 foot-pounds
c) 20 foot-pounds
d) 30 foot-pounds
15. Longitudinal impact tests are performed on three specimens, taken from a 1.5 inch thick
A 516M-70(485) as rolled test coupon with the following results: Specimen #1 42 footpounds, Specimen #2 18 foot-pounds, Specimen # 3 31 foot-pounds. Is the impact test
acceptable?
a) Yes the average impact value exceeds 30 foot-pounds
b) Yes only one specimen is less than 2/3 the specified minimum value
c) No the average impact value of Specimen # 1 exceeds 2/3 the required average
impact value and one specimen is less than 2/3 the specified minimum value
d) No Specimen #2 is less than 2/3 the specified minimum
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Answers to API-Standard 650 Section 2, Materials

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Section 3 Design
1. According to API-650, tack welds _______
a) May be installed by welders who need practice
b) Can be considered as adding to the strength of a welded joint
c) Are not considered as having any strength value in the finished structure
d) Have strength value in the finished structure provided they are performed by a
qualified welder to a qualified welding procedure
2. What is the minimum size fillet weld permitted when joining a 1 thick plate to a
thick plate?
a) 3/16
b) 1/4
c) 3/8
d) 1/2
3. For lap-welded joints that are tack welded, what is the minimum amount of lap
permitted?
a) The lap need not exceed 2
b) The lap need not exceed 1
c) The joint shall be lapped at least 5 times the minimum required thickness of the
thinner plate
d) The joint shall be lapped at least 5 times the nominal thickness of the thinner plate
4. The welded joint pictured here is defined as what type of joint?
a) Double-V butt joint
b) Square-groove butt joint
c) Double-U butt joint
d) Double-square butt joint
5. Vertical shell joints may be partial penetration groove welds welded from both sides.
a) True
b) False
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 3.1.5.2 a
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6. API 650 requires the vertical joints in adjacent shell courses to be offset. What is the
minimum required offset between the first course of an AST, which is 1.25 thick and the
second course which is 1 thick?
a) The minimum offset shall be 5 times the second shell course height
b) The minimum offset shall be 5 times the thickness of the second course
c) The minimum offset shall be 5 times the first shell course height
d) The minimum offset shall be 5 times the thickness of the first shell course
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 3.1.5.2 b
7. Three-plate laps in tank bottoms shall be at least ____ from each other, from the tank
shell, from butt-welded annular-plate joints, and from joints between annular plates and
the bottom.
a) 1.2 inches
b) 12 inches
c) 1.2 feet
d) 12 feet
8. What is the maximum size of fillet weld permitted in the attachment between the lowest
course shell plate and the bottom plate?
a) 3/8 inch
b) 5/16 inch
c) 1/2 inch
d) 1/4 inch
9. What is the minimum size fillet weld required on each side of the shell plate attaching
shell plate to the annular plate? The shell plate is 1.25 thick.
a) 3/8 inch
b) 3/16 inch
c) 1/4 inch
d) 5/16 inch
10. A 110 ft diameter tank shall have a top angle not less than ____ inches.
a) 2 X 2 X 3/8
b) 2 X 3 X 3/8
c) 3 X 3 X 3/8
d) 3 X 2 X 3/8
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11. The ______ shall state the design metal temperature, the design specific gravity, the
corrosion allowance, and the design wind velocity.
a) The purchaser
b) The fabricator
c) The Inspector
d) Erector
12. According to API-650, tanks meeting the minimum requirements of the standard may be
subjected to a partial vacuum of _____.
a) One inch of mercury
b) One inch of water pressure
c) One pound per square inch absolute
d) One centimeter of water pressure
13. An AST is 116 ft in diameter and constructed of A 516M-70(485) Group V as rolled
material. How many hardness tests are required on one circumferential weld?
a) One
b) Two
c) Three
d) Four
14. The purchaser orders an aboveground storage tank and insists on a corrosion allowance in
the bottom plates of .125 inches. What is the minimum thickness permitted for bottom
plates in this tank?
a) Minimum thickness of bottom plate is 1/4 inch
b) Minimum thickness of bottom plate is 1/2 inch
c) Minimum thickness of bottom plate is 3/8 inch
d) Minimum thickness of bottom plate is 5/16 inch
15. What is the minimum projection, of trimmed bottom plates, beyond the outside edge of
the weld attaching bottom to the shell?
a) Minimum projection is 0.01 inch
b) Minimum projection is 0.10 inch
c) Minimum projection is 1.00 inch
d) Minimum projection is 10.0 inch
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16. Annular bottom plates shall have a radial width that provides at least ____ between the
inside of the shell and any lap-welded joint in the remainder of the bottom.
a) 12 inches
b) 24 inches
c) 1.2 inches
d) 2.4 inches
17. How far must annular bottom plates project outside the shell?
a) Annular bottom plates shall project at least 1 inch when trimmed
b) Annular bottom plates shall project at least 1/2 inch beyond the edge of the weld
c) Annular bottom plates shall project at least 2 inches outside the shell
d) Annular bottom plates shall project at least 5t (t = thickness of the shell course)
outside the shell
18. The thickness of the first shell course of an aboveground storage tank is 1&5/8th inches.
The hydrostatic test stress in the first shell course is 33,000 psi. What is the minimum
permissible thickness of the annular bottom plates?
a) Minimum permitted thickness is 5/8th inch
b) Minimum permitted thickness is 9/16th inch
c) Minimum permitted thickness is 3/4 inch
d) Minimum permitted thickness is 11/16th inch
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 3.5.3 and Table 3-1
19. According to API-650, what is the minimum allowable nominal shell thickness of an AST
that is 86 feet in diameter?
a) Minimum nominal shell thickness is 3/16th inch
b) Minimum nominal shell thickness is 1/4 inch
c) Minimum nominal shell thickness is 9/32nd inch
d) Minimum nominal shell thickness is 5/16th inch
20. Unless otherwise agreed to by the purchaser, what is the minimum nominal width of shell
plates?
a) Minimum width of shell plates is 84 inches
b) Minimum width of shell plates is 96 inches
c) Minimum width of shell plates is 72 inches
d) Minimum width of shell plates is 120 inches
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21. Aboveground storage tank manufacturers are required to furnish a drawing to the
purchaser listing all but which of the following for each course?
a) The material specification
b) The allowable stress
c) The nominal thickness used
d) The nominal thickness of coatings
22. In calculating the net plate thickness for an AST fabricated of A 516M Grade 450(60)
material, what would be the product design stress value used in the calculation?
a) 24,000
b) 21,300
c) 32,000
d) 23,300
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 3.6.2.1 and Table 3-2
23. The fabricator of an AST obtains the approval of the purchaser to use the alternative shell
design permitted in Appendix A in the design of a 60 foot diameter tank using 3/8th inch A
516M Grade 450(60) plate. What allowable stress would be used in the design
calculations?
a) 21,300
b) 24,000
c) 21,000
d) 32,000
24. What is the maximum diameter of tank that permits the 1-foot method of calculation for
required thickness?
a) Tanks 50 feet in diameter and less
b) Tanks 120 feet in diameter and less
c) Tanks 180 feet in diameter and less
d) Tanks 200 feet in diameter and less
25. Openings in tank shells, larger than that required to accommodate a ____ flanged or
threaded nozzle shall be reinforced.
a) 2 inch
b) 2.5 inch
c) 3 inch
d) 3.5 inch
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26. When installing openings in a shell plate, the edge of the fillet weld around the periphery
of the reinforcing pad shall be spaced at least the greater of _______ from the centerline
of any butt-welded shell joints.
a) Eight inches or ten times the weld size
b) Eight times the weld size or ten inches
c) Eight times the weld size or six inches
d) Eight inches or six times the weld size
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 3.7.3.1 a
27. When installing openings adjacent to each other, how much space must there be between
the welds around the periphery of the reinforcing plate?
a) Eight times the larger weld or ten inches from each other
b) Eight inches or six times the larger weld from each other
c) Eight times the larger weld or six inches from each other
d) Eight times the larger weld or eight inches from each other
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 3.7.3.1 b
28. A minimum distance of ____ shall be maintained between the toe of a weld around a nonreinforced penetration and the toe of the shell-to-bottom weld.
a) Ten inches
b) Eight inches
c) Six inches
d) Three inches
29. Subject to the acceptance of the purchaser, the manufacture may locate a circular shell
opening in a horizontal butt-welded shell joint provided ______.
a) Minimum spacing dimensions are met and a liquid penetrant examination of the
welded joint is conducted
b) Minimum spacing dimensions are met and a radiographic examination of the
c) Minimum spacing dimensions are met and an ultrasonic examination of the
d) Minimum spacing dimensions are met and a magnetic particle examination of the
30. All flush-type clean-out fittings and flush-type shell connections shall be thermally stress
relieved after assembly and prior to installation in the tank. What are the temperature
range and time requirements for this stress relief activity?
a) 1100F to 1200F for 1 hour per inch of reinforcing plate thickness
b) 1100F to 1200F for 1/2 hour per inch of shell thickness
c) 1100F to 1200F for 1 hour per inch of shell thickness
d) 1100F to 1200F for 1 & 1/2 hour per inch of shell thickness
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31. Subject to the acceptance of the purchaser, the fabricator may stress relieve at a
temperature of 1000F when it is impractical to stress relieve at a minimum temperature
of 1100F providing _____.
a) The shell plate is first pre-heated to 300F
b) The holding time is increased to 2 hours per inch of thickness
c) The holding time is increased to 4 hours per inch of thickness
d) The holding time is increased to 10 hours per inch of thickness
32. What is the minimum required thickness for a manhole cover plate to be used with a 24
inch manhole? The maximum design liquid level of the tank is 45 feet.
a) Minimum thickness of cover plate is 9/16th inch
b) Minimum thickness of cover plate is 5/8th inch
c) Minimum thickness of cover plate is 1/2 inch
d) Minimum thickness of cover plate is 11/16th inch
33. What is the bolt circle diameter for a cover plate used with a 30 inch diameter manhole?
a) 32 inch
b) 36 inch
c) 38 inch
d) 42 inch
34. The purchaser has ordered a 36 inch manhole to be installed in the first course of an AST.
The thickness of the shell plate and the reinforcing plate is 1.375 inches. What is the
required hole diameter that must be cut in the tank to accommodate this manhole?
a) 36 & 1/4 inch
b) 36 & 1/2 inch
c) 36 & 3/4 inch
d) 36 & 5/8 inch
35. API 650 requires telltale holes in reinforcing plates. What is the required dimension of
this hole and what should be done with it after the initial re-pad pressure test?
a) The hole shall be 3/8 inch diameter and shall be left open to the atmosphere
b) The hole shall be 1/4 inch diameter and shall be left open to the atmosphere
c) The hole shall be 3/8 inch diameter and shall be closed after testing
d) The hole shall be 1/4 inch diameter and shall be closed after testing
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36. What is the maximum size un-reinforced opening permitted in flat cover plates without
increasing the thickness of the cover plate?
a) 4 inch pipe size providing the edge of the opening is not more than the height
or diameter of the opening closer to the center of the cover plate
b) 3 inch pipe size providing the edge of the opening is not more than the height
c) 2 inch pipe size providing the edge of the opening is not more than the height
d) 1 & inch pipe size providing the edge of the opening is not more than the
height or diameter of the opening closer to the center of the cover plate
37. What is the maximum size opening that may be placed in a cover plate?
a) 12 inches pipe size
b) 8 inches pipe size
c) 6 inches pipe size
d) 3 inches pipe size
38. An aboveground storage tank has a design liquid height of 40 feet. The purchaser intends
to install product mixing equipment in the cover plate of a 30 inch manhole. What is the
required minimum thickness of the cover plate?
a) The minimum thickness shall be at least .625 inches
b) The minimum thickness shall be at least .75 inches
c) The minimum thickness shall be at least .9375 inches
d) The minimum thickness shall be at least .875 inches
39. A 24 inch manhole is to be installed in a roof plate and it is anticipated that work may be
carried on through the manhole while the tank is in use. What is the diameter of the
opening to be cut in the roof plate and what is the outside diameter of the reinforcing
plate?
a) The diameter of the opening is 24.625 and the OD of the reinforcing plate is 42
b) The diameter of the opening is 24.625 and the OD of the reinforcing plate is 46
c) The diameter of the opening is 24.750 and the OD of the reinforcing plate is 42
d) The diameter of the opening is 24.750 and the OD of the reinforcing plate is 46
40. What is the minimum thickness permitted for rectangular roof opening cover plates?
a) Minimum thickness shall not be less than .875 inches
b) Minimum thickness shall not be less than .750 inches
c) Minimum thickness shall not be less than .625 inches
d) Minimum thickness shall not be less than .500 inches
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41. Stiffening ring splice welds shall be located at least _____ from any vertical shell weld.
a) 24 inches
b) 18 inches
c) 12 inches
d) 6 inches
42. When stiffening rings are to be used as walkways, what is the required width of the
stiffening ring?
a) The width shall be not less than 36 inches clear of the projecting curb angle on the
top of the tank shell
b) The width shall be not less than 3 feet 6 inches clear of the projecting curb angle
on the top of the tank shell
c) The width shall be not less than 24 inches clear of the projecting curb angle on the
top of the tank shell
d) The width shall be not less than 2 feet 4 inches clear of the projecting curb angle
on the top of the tank shell
43. How far below the top of the curb angle should a stiffening ring, that is to be used as a
walkway, be located?
a) 3 feet 6 inches
b) 36 inches
c) 6 feet 3 inches
d) 63 inches
44. All roofs and supporting structures shall be designed to support dead loads plus a uniform
live load of not less than _____ of projected area
a) 25 pounds per square inch
b) 25 pounds per square foot
c) 25 pounds per square yard
d) 25 pounds per square meter
45. What is the minimum nominal thickness permitted for roof plates?
a) 3/16 inch or 5.76 pounds per square foot
b) 3/16 inch or 6.75 pounds per square foot
c) 3/16 inch or 7.65 pounds per square foot
d) 3/16 inch or 12-gauge sheet
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46. A roof where the continuous fillet weld between the roof plates and the top angle does not
exceed 3/16", the slope at the top angle attachment does not exceed 2" in 12", and the
shell-to-roof compression ring details are limited to Figure F-2 (a)-(d) may be considered
what type of roof?
a) A 1 in 6 roof
b) A dangerous roof design and should be avoided
c) A roof with inherent compensation
d) A frangible roof
Reference API-650, Paragraph 3.10.2.5.1
47. Rafters shall be spaced so that in the outer ring, their centers are not more than _____
apart measured along the circumference of the tank.
a) 3 feet or 9.42 feet
b) 2 feet or 6.28 feet
c) 4 feet or 12.56 feet
d) 2.5 feet or 7.85 feet
Answers to API-Standard 650 Section 3, Design

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Section 4 Fabrication
1. What method(s) is/are permitted for straightening material?
a) Pressing or other non-injurious method prior to layout or shaping
b) Heating and hammering after layout or shaping
c) Jacking into shape after final assembly
d) Jacking into shape and holding with tack welds
2. When plates are to be butt-welded, shearing is limited to what maximum thickness?
a) 5/8th inch
b) 3/8th inch
c) 3/16th inch
d) Shearing is not permitted
3. When plates are to be used in lap-welded joints, shearing is limited to what maximum
thickness
a) 3/16th inch
b) 3/8th inch
c) 1/2 inch
d) 5/8th inch
4. What are the requirements regarding mill test reports according to API-650?
a) No material shall be used in the construction of an AST unless it is accompanied
by a mill test report
b) Mill test reports are required only on shell plate material
c) Mill test reports shall be furnished to the purchaser only when specified in the
original purchase order
d) Mill test reports shall be furnished to the purchaser prior to final acceptance of the
AST
5. Mill and shop inspection releases the manufacturer from responsibility for replacing
defective material.
a) True
b) False
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Section 5 Erection
1. What welding process is not permitted when impact testing of the material is required?
a) Shielded metal-arc
b) Gas metal-arc
c) Oxyfuel
d) Submerged arc
2. Welding may be performed manually, automatically, or semi-automatically according to
the procedures described in ____ of the ASME Code.
a) Section VIII, Division 1
b) B31.3
c) Section VIII, Division 2
d) Section IX
3. No welding of any kind shall be performed when the temperature of the base metal is less
than ____F
a) Sixty
b) Thirty-two
c) Zero
d) Negative fifteen
4. When base metal thickness is greater than 1.25 inches or the base metal temperature is
0F -32F, what requirement must be met?
a) The base metal within 3 inches of the starting point of the welding shall be heated
to a temperature warm to the hand
b) The base metal within 3 inches of the starting point of the welding shall be heated
to a temperature of not less than 200F
c) The base metal within 3 inches of the starting point of the welding shall be heated
d) The base metal within 3 inches of the starting point of the welding shall be heated
5. What is the maximum acceptable undercut for horizontal butt joints?
a) 1/64th inch
b) 1/32nd inch
c) 3/64th inch
d) 3/32nd inch
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6. What is the maximum acceptable undercut for vertical butt joints?

a) 3/32nd inch
b) 3/64th inch
c) 1/32nd inch
d) 1/64th inch
7. What is the maximum permissible weld reinforcement for a vertical joint in plate
thickness 1.25?
a) 3/16th inch
b) 1/8th inch
c) 1/4th inch
d) 3/32nd inch
8. When tack welds are used during the assembly of vertical joints, what requirement is
stipulated by API-650?
a) Tack welds that are to be removed do not require a qualified procedure or welder
b) Tack welds that are to be left in place shall be made using a qualified procedure
only
c) Tack welds that are to be removed may be made using a welder in training
d) Tack welds that are to be left in place shall be made using a qualified procedure
and welder
9. What is the requirement when protective coatings are used on surfaces to be welded?
a) The coating must be removed prior to welding
b) The coating shall be included in the welders performance qualification tests
c) The coating shall be included in the welding procedure qualification
d) The coating shall be identified on the purchase order
10. The welding of the ____ shall be practically complete prior to welding-out the bottom
joints.
a) Nozzle reinforcement periphery welds
b) Shell-to-bottom weld
c) All vertical and horizontal shell welds
d) All external attachment welds
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11. In a vertical joint of an AST, what is the maximum misalignment of 1.5 thick plate?
a) Maximum misalignment is .150 inch
b) Maximum misalignment is .145 inch
c) Maximum misalignment is .135 inch
d) Maximum misalignment is .125 inch
12. In a horizontal joint of an AST, what is the maximum projection of an upper plate beyond
the face of the plate below it? The plate thickness is .25 inch.
a) Maximum projection is .0625 inch
b) Maximum projection is .0500 inch
c) Maximum projection is .1250 inch
d) Maximum projection is .09375 inch
13. Multi-pass weld procedures are required for circumferential and vertical joints in tank
shell courses constructed of material that is more than 1.5 inches thick. What is the
maximum weld pass size permitted and what is the minimum pre-heat temperature?
a) No weld pass over inch with a minimum pre-heat of 300F
b) No weld pass over inch with a minimum pre-heat of 200F
c) No weld pass over inch with a minimum pre-heat of 200F
d) No weld pass over inch with a minimum pre-heat of 300F
14. The initial weld pass inside the shell of the shell-to-bottom weld shall be cleaned and
examined for its entire circumference. This examination shall be visually and by which of
the following?
a) Magnetic particle or ultrasonic or suitable liquid penetrant process
b) Magnetic particle or suitable liquid penetrant process or a vacuum box and bubble
method
c) Magnetic particle or radiography or vacuum box and bubble method
d) Magnetic particle or acoustic emission or eddy current
15. The required examination of the initial weld pass as described in API-650 may be waived
subject to agreement between the purchaser and the AST manufacturer provided all but
which of the following examinations are performed on the entire circumference of the
weld(s)
a) Examine either side of the finished weld by MT, PT, or right angle vacuum box
b) Visually examine the initial weld (inside and outside)
c) Visually examine the finished joint welded surfaces (inside and outside the shell)
d) Examine either side of the finished weld by MT, PT, UT, or RT
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16. What are the dimensions of a standard vacuum testing box?

a) 6 wide by 30 long
b) 6 wide by 24 long
c) 6 wide by 36 long
d) 6 wide by 32 long
17. In an examination of a tanks bottom weld seams by vacuum box testing, what is the
required partial vacuum pressure?
a) At least 1 lbf/in2 gauge (psig)
b) At least 2 lbf/in2 gauge (psig)
c) At least 3 lbf/in2 gauge (psig)
d) At least 4 lbf/in2 gauge (psig)
18. If an alternative to vacuum box testing is used, whose approval is required?
a) The Manufacturer
b) The API-653 Inspector
c) The local jurisdiction
d) The purchaser
19. After fabrication is completed but prior to filling an aboveground storage tank with test
water, reinforcing plates shall be tested. What method of test and pressure shall be used?
a) A hydrostatic pressure test at up to 15 lbf/in2 (psig)
b) A pneumatic pressure test at up to 15 lbf/in2 (psig)
c) A vacuum test at a partial pressure of 2 lbf/in2 (psig)
d) A pneumatic pressure test at up to 25 lbf/in2 (psig)
20. A new aboveground storage tank must be tested. If water is available for testing the shell,
the tank shall be filled to any of the following levels except?
a) To the maximum design liquid level
b) Tanks with tight roofs, to 2 inches above the weld connecting the roof plate of
compression bar to the top angle of the shell
c) To overflowing to ensure all air is vented from the tank
d) To a level lower than specified in a) or b) when restricted by overflows or
freeboard agreement between the manufacturer and the purchaser
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21. The purchaser of an AST that is designed to be gas tight required the roof to be tested
pneumatically. What maximum pressure would be applied to a tank with thick roof
plates?
a) The maximum pneumatic pressure permitted is .053 psi
b) The maximum pneumatic pressure permitted is .071 psi
c) The maximum pneumatic pressure permitted is .083 psi
d) The maximum pneumatic pressure permitted is .091 psi
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 5.3.7.1 and 3.10.2.2
Solution: 3/16 thick plate = 7.65 lb/ft 1/16 = 2.55 lb/ft
22. During the filling of an aboveground storage tank for testing, leakage was observed in a
horizontal seam. Repairs are to be completed with the test water in the tank. The tank is
61 feet high and the leak is discovered 29 feet below the top of the tank. Where must the
water level be during the repair?
a) The water level shall be not less than 30 feet from the top of the tank
b) The water level shall be not more than 32 feet from the bottom of the tank
c) The water level shall be at the maximum design liquid level
d) The water shall be removed from the tank
23. A 60 foot high aboveground storage tank is designed with an internal floating roof. What
is the maximum out-of-plumbness permitted on the 54.5 foot fixed roof columns?
a) 2.94 inches
b) 3.27 inches
c) 1.31 inches
d) 1.18 inches
24. What is the maximum roundness tolerance (radius tolerance) permitted on an AST that is
110 feet in diameter and where is this tolerance applied?
a) measured 10 feet above the bottom corner weld
b) measured 1 foot below the top shell angle joint
c) measured 1 foot above the bottom corner weld
d) measured 10 feet below the top shell angle joint
25. Peaking at vertical welds and banding at horizontal welds shall not exceed ____.
a) 1 inch
b) inch
c) inch
d) inch
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 5.5.4 (a and b)
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26. Peaking and banding are determined using a horizontal sweep board for peaking and a
straight edge vertical sweep board for banding. What is the required length of these
sweep boards?
a) 48 inches
b) 24 inches
c) 42 inches
d) 36 inches
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 5.5.4 (a and b)
27. The top of the concrete ringwall (where installed) of an AST must be level within 1/8
in any 30 feet of circumference. What is the total circumferential tolerance measured
from the average elevation?
a) 1/8
b) 3/16
c) 1/2
d) 1/4
Reference API-650, Paragraph 5.5.5.2 (a)
28. Where a concrete ringwall is not provided, the foundation under the shell shall be level to
within what tolerances?
a) 1/8 in any 30 of the circumference and 1/2 in the total circumference
measured from the average elevation
b) 1/8 in any 10 of the circumference and 1/2 in the total circumference
c) 1/8 in any 10 of the circumference and 1/4 in the total circumference
d) 1/8 in any 30 of the circumference and 1/4 in the total circumference
Reference API-650, Paragraph 5.5.5.2 (b)
29. For foundations specified to be sloped from a horizontal plane, the actual elevation shall
not deviate from the calculated differences by more than which of the following where
concrete ringwalls are provided?
Reference API-650, Paragraph 5.5.5.3 (a)
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30. For foundations specified to be sloped from a horizontal plane, the actual elevation shall
not deviate from the calculated differences by more than which of the following where
concrete ringwalls are not provided?
Reference API-650, Paragraph 5.5.5.3 (b)
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Section 6 Methods of inspecting Joints

1. With regards to radiographic examination of welded joints, API-650 considers plates to
be the same thickness when the difference in their specified or design thickness is not
greater than ____.
a) 1/32nd inch
b) 1/16th inch
c) 3/32nd inch
d) 1/8th inch
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 6.1
2. Which of the following joints do not require radiographic examination?
a) Bottom-plate welds
b) Shell butt welds
c) Flush-type connections with butt welds
d) Annular-plate butt welds
3. Vertical butt welds in plates not greater than 3/8th inch thick, require one spot radiograph
to be taken in the first _____ of completed vertical joint of each type and thickness by
each welder or welding operator.
a) 100 feet
b) 50 feet
c) 25 feet
d) 10 feet
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 6.1.2.2(a)
4. One additional spot radiograph shall be taken in each additional ____ of vertical joint of
the same type and thickness.
a) 10 feet
b) 200 feet
c) 100 feet
d) 25 feet
5. What percentage of the selected spot radiographs must be at junctions of vertical and
horizontal welded joints?
a) 25 percent
b) 50 percent
c) 75 percent
d) 15 percent
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6. For butt welded joints in plates over 3/8 to not over 1 in thickness are required to be
radiographically examined to the same extent as plates 3/8 and less. What additional
spot examination does API-650 require for these welded joints?
a) 50 percent of all vertical and horizontal junctions
b) 75 percent of all vertical and horizontal junctions
c) 100 percent of all vertical and horizontal junctions
d) 25 percent of all horizontal joints between the first and second course
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 6.1.2.2(b)
7. The radiographic film for all junctions of vertical and horizontal joints shall show at least
____ of weld length on each side of the vertical intersection.
a) 3 inches
b) 2 inches
c) 1 inch
d) 4 inches
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 6.1.2.2(b) and (c)
8. The butt weld around the periphery of an insert manhole or nozzle shall be ____.
a) Completely examined by liquid penetrant methods
b) Completely examined by ultrasonic methods
c) Completely examined by magnetic particle methods
d) Completely examined by radiographic methods
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 6.1.2.2(d)
9. After the initial spot radiograph in the first 10 feet of horizontal butt joint, additional spot
radiographs shall be taken at what increment?
a) One radiograph shall be taken in each additional 200 feet
b) One radiograph shall be taken in each additional 100 feet
c) One radiograph shall be taken in each additional 300 feet
d) One radiograph shall be taken in each additional 150 feet
10. What is the minimum weld length that must be clearly shown on each radiograph?
a) 2 inches
b) 3 inches
c) 6 inches
d) 8 inches
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11. Personnel who perform and evaluate radiographic examinations according to API-650
shall be qualified and certified by the manufacturer as meeting the requirements as
generally outlined in _____.
a) Level II or Level III of ASNT SNAT-TC-1B
b) Level II or Level III of ASNT SNT-TC-1B
c) Level II or Level III of ASNT SNAT-TC-1A
d) Level II or Level III of ASNT SNT-TC-1A
12. The acceptance standards for radiographic examinations shall be in accordance with
which of the following?
a) Paragraph UW-51(b) in Section VIII of the ASME Code
b) Paragraph PW-51(b) in Section I of the ASME Code
c) Paragraph 341.3.2 in B31.3 Process Piping of the ASME Code
d) Paragraph RB-3233 in the National Board Inspection Code (NBIC)
13. If a section of weld is shown by a radiograph to be unacceptable under the provisions of
API-650, paragraph 6.1.5 or the radiograph does not define the limits of the deficient
welding, which of the following requirements apply?
a) One additional spot shall be taken and at least 3 of weld shall be represented
b) Two spots adjacent to the section shall be examined by radiography
c) Two spots ten feet from each side of the original radiography shall be examined
d) Two spots, chosen randomly by the purchasers inspector, shall be examined by
radiography
Reference API-650, Paragraph 6.1.6
14. After an aboveground storage tank is completed, what shall be done with the
radiographs?
a) They shall become the property of the insurance company
b) They shall become the property of the manufacturer
c) They shall become the property of the purchaser
d) They shall become the property of the API
Reference API-650, Paragraph 6.1.8.2
15. According to API-650, magnetic particle examination shall be performed to a written
procedure. The examiner shall have his/her vision checked and be able to read which of
the following?
a) The magnetic particle written procedure at a distance not less than 12 inches
b) A Jaeger Type 3 standard chart at a distance not less than 12 inches
c) A Jaeger Type 1 standard chart at a distance not less than 12 inches
d) A Jaeger Type 2 standard chart at a distance not less than 12 inches
Reference API-650, Paragraph 6.2.2 and 6.2.3 (a)
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16. Ultrasonic examination shall be performed in accordance with a written procedure.

Examiners shall be qualified and certified by the manufacturer as meeting the
requirements of certification as generally outlined in which of the following?
a) Level II or Level III of ASNT SNAT-TC-1B
b) Level II or Level III of ASNT SNT-TC-1B
c) Level II or Level III of ASNT SNAT-TC-1A
d) Level II or Level III of ASNT SNT-TC-1A
Reference API-650, Paragraph 6.3.2 and 6.3.3
17. Liquid penetrant examination shall be performed in accordance with a written procedure.
The examiner shall have his/her vision checked and be able to read which of the
following?
a) The liquid penetrant written procedure at a distance not less than 12 inches
b) A Jaeger Type 2 standard chart at a distance not less than 12 inches
c) A Jaeger Type 1 standard chart at a distance not less than 12 inches
d) A Jaeger Type 3 standard chart at a distance not less than 12 inches
Reference API-650, Paragraph 6.4.2 and 6.4.3 (a)
18. Undercutting of welds attaching nozzles, manholes, cleanout openings, and permanent
attachments shall not exceed which of the following?
a) Undercutting shall not exceed 1/64th inch
b) Undercutting shall not exceed 3/32nd inch
c) Undercutting shall not exceed 1/32nd inch
d) Undercutting shall not exceed 3/64th inch
Reference API-650, Paragraph 6.5.1 (b)
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Section 7 Welding Procedure and Welder Qualifications

1. Who is responsible for preparing the welding procedure specification, performing the
qualification tests, and preparing the procedure qualification record?
a) The welding operator or welder
b) The purchasers inspector
c) The purchasers welding engineer
d) The erection manufacturer or the fabrication manufacturer if other than the
erection manufacturer
2. The manufacturer has the approval of the purchaser to use a material listed in API-650
but not included in the applicable table of ASME Section IX. What Group number would
this material be included in if the minimum tensile strength is specified at 73,000 psi?
a) This material would be included in Group number 2
b) This material would be included in Group number 1
c) This material would be included in Group number 3
d) This material can not be used in AST construction
3. When impact tests of the heat-affected zone are required, how shall this requirement be
treated?
a) Heat treated condition of the base metal shall be a non-essential variable
b) Heat treated condition of the base metal shall be an essential variable
c) Heat treated condition of the base metal shall be a supplementary essential
variable
d) Heat treated condition of the base metal does not need to be addressed on the
welding procedure specification
4. If a protective coating has been applied to weld edge preparations, how is this condition
treated on the welding procedure specification?
a) The coating shall be removed and does not affect the weld and therefore does not
need to be addressed
b) The coating shall be included as an essential variable
c) The coating shall be included as a non-essential variable
d) The coating shall be included as a supplementary essential variable
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5. Materials to be used at a design metal temperature below ____, the qualification of the
welding procedure for vertical joints shall include impact tests of the weld metal.
a) 50F
b) 32F
c) 60F
d) 0F
6. Welder qualification tests conducted by one manufacturer shall not qualify a welder or
welding operator to do work for another manufacturer.
a) True
b) False
7. Traceability to a welder or welding operator, either by welders identification stamp or
weld map, is required on all but which of the following?
a) Shell horizontal weld joints
b) Shell vertical weld joints
c) Annular plate butt welds (when annular plates are required)
d) Roof plate welds and flange-to-nozzle neck welds
Reference API-650, Paragraph 7.4
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Section 8 - Marking
1. A nameplate shall identify aboveground storage tanks made in accordance with API-650.
Where must this nameplate be located on the completed tank?
a) This nameplate shall be attached to the tank shell adjacent to a manhole or to a
manhole reinforcing plate immediately to the right of the manhole
b) This nameplate shall be attached to the tank shell adjacent to a vertical weld joint
at least 48 above the shell-to-bottom weld joint
c) This nameplate shall be attached to the tank shell adjacent to a manhole or to a
manhole reinforcing plate immediately above the manhole
d) This nameplate shall be attached to the tank shell adjacent to a manhole or to a
manhole reinforcing plate immediately below the manhole
2. The manufacturer of an AST is required to certify to the purchaser that the tank has been
constructed in accordance with API-650. How is this certification accomplished?
a) The manufacturer shall provide the purchaser with a U-1 Data Report form
b) The manufacturer shall provide the purchaser with letter
c) The manufacturer shall provide the purchaser with an ASME acceptable
Certificate of Compliance
d) The manufacturer shall provide the purchaser with a notarized certificate of
compliance
Reference API-650, Paragraph 8.3
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Appendix A Optional Design Basis for Small Tanks

1. What is the maximum shell thickness including corrosion allowance permitted for tanks
that comply Appendix A of API-650?
a) 7/8th inch
b) 3/4th inch
c) 5/8th inch
d) 1/2 inch
Reference API-650, Paragraph A.2.1
2. What is the maximum tensile strength, before the joint efficiency is applied, permitted in
the design of small tanks in accordance with Appendix A of API-650?
a) 21000 psi
b) 21500 psi
c) 21000 ksi
d) 21500 ksi
3. When computing the tension in each ring (course) of a small tank designed in accordance
with Appendix A of API-650, where is this tension computed?
a) The tension shall be computed 12 inches above the centerline of the course in
question
b) The tension shall be computed 12 inches above the centerline of the lower
horizontal joint of the course in question
c) The tension shall be computed 12 inches above the centerline of the tank in
question
d) The tension shall be computed 12 inches below the centerline of the upper
horizontal joint of the course in question
4. What joint efficiency factor shall be used in the design of small tanks designed in
accordance with Appendix A of API-650 when spot radiographic examination is applied?
a) 1.00
b) 0.90
c) 0.85
d) 0.70
5. What joint efficiency factor shall be used in the design of small tanks designed in
accordance with Appendix A of API-650 when spot radiographic examination is omitted?
a) 1.00
b) 0.90
c) 0.85
d) 0.70
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Answers to API-Standard 650 Appendix A - Optional Design Basis for Small

Tanks
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Appendix B Recommendations for Design and Construction of Foundations for Aboveground

Oil Storage Tanks
1. If the owner does not specify an alternative grade slope, the finished tank grade shall be crowned
from its outer periphery to its center at a slope of _____.
a) The slope shall be one inch in twelve feet
b) The slope shall be one inch in ten feet
c) The slope shall be one inch in eight feet
d) The slope shall be one inch in six feet
Reference API-650, Paragraph B.3.3
2. The owner decides that an earth foundation will be installed under a new tank installation.
According to API-650 Appendix B, there are specific items that an earth foundation should
accomplish. Of the following, which is not one of those items?
a) Earth foundations should provide a stable plane for support of the tank
b) Earth foundations should limit settlement to values used in the design of the connecting
piping
c) Earth foundations should not settle excessively at the perimeter due to the weight of the
tank
d) Earth foundations should reinforced with steel reinforcing bar to prevent sagging
Reference API-650, Paragraph B.4.1.1
3. When does Appendix B of API-650 recommend the use of a concrete ringwall foundations?
a) When there is some doubt whether the foundation will be able carry the shell load
directly
b) When there will be an area in the foundation open for passing cathodic protection
equipment through
c) When the tank is located in an area that is easily accessible for pouring the concrete
d) When the tank erector decides a concrete foundation will be easier to install
4. When a concrete ringwall is designed, what is the minimum thickness permitted?
a) The ringwall shall not be less than 8 inches
b) The ringwall shall not be less than 10 inches
c) The ringwall shall not be less than 12 inches
d) The ringwall shall not be less than 14 inches
5. How far below the lowest adjacent finish grade must the bottom of the ringwall, if founded on
soil, be located?
a) The bottom of the ringwall shall be located 1 foot below grade
b) The bottom of the ringwall shall be located 1.5 feet below grade
c) The bottom of the ringwall shall be located 2.5 feet below grade
d) The bottom of the ringwall shall be located 2 feet below grade
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Answers to API-Standard 650 Appendix B - Recommendations for Design of

Foundations for Aboveground Oil Storage Tanks
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Appendix C External Floating Roofs

1. Unless otherwise specified by the purchaser, all deck plates shall have a minimum
nominal thickness of _____.
a) 1/4 inch
b) 1/8 inch
c) 3/16 inch
d) 3/32 inch
Reference API-650, Paragraph C.3.3.2
2. What is the minimum slope required for the top decks of double-deck roofs and of
pontoon sections?
a) 3/16 inch in 12 inches
b) 3/16 inch in 12 feet
c) 3/16 inch in 10 inches
d) 3/16 inch in 10 feet
3. Pontoon type floating roofs shall have sufficient buoyancy to remain afloat on a liquid
with a specific gravity of ____.
a) 1.0
b) .87
c) .85
d) .70
4. What is the minimum size of roof drain required for a pan-type floating roof that is 110
feet in diameter.
a) NPS 4
b) NPS 3
c) NPS 2
d) NPS 2.5
Reference API-650, Paragraph C.3.8
5. Floating roof support legs and attachments shall be designed to support the roof and a
uniform live load of at least _____ per square foot.
a) 100 pounds
b) 75 pounds
c) 50 pounds
d) 25 pounds
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6. Manholes are required in floating roofs for access to the tank interior and for ventilation.
What is the minimum nominal diameter of these manholes?
a) 24 inches
b) 20 inches
c) 18 inches
d) 15 inches
7. If the sealing device between the outer periphery of the roof and the tank shell employs
steel shoes, what material shall these shoes be made of and what is the minimum nominal
thickness permitted?
a) The shoes shall be made from galvanized sheet ASTM A 924 with a minimum
thickness of 14 gauge
b) The shoes shall be made from galvanized sheet ASTM A 924 with a minimum
c) The shoes shall be made from galvanized sheet ASTM A 924 with a minimum
d) The shoes shall be made from galvanized sheet ASTM A 924 with a minimum
8. Drainpipe and hose systems of primary drains shall be tested with water at a pressure of
___.
a) 0.5 psig
b) 5.0 psig
c) 50 psig
d) 50 ksig
Answers to API-Standard 650 Appendix C - External Floating Roofs
Question Number
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Answer
C
A
D
B
D
A
B
C
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Appendix G Structurally Supported Aluminum Dome Roofs

1. Aluminum dome roofs may be added to an existing tank. Who has the responsibility for
providing reinforcement to enable the tank to support the roof?
a) The fabricator if other than the erector
b) The erector if other than the manufacturer
c) The manufacturer
d) The purchaser
Reference API-650, Paragraph G.1.3.2
2. Aluminum dome roof shall be supported only from the rim of the tank. The design of the
connection shall allow for thermal expansion. What is the minimum temperature range
that must be used for the design?
a) 110F
b) 120F
c) 125F
d) 130F
Reference API-650, Paragraph G.1.4.1
3. Aluminum panels shall be designed in accordance with ___ and Appendix G of API-650.
a) AA ASM-35
b) AA ASM-135
c) AA ASM-53
d) AA ASM-315
Reference API-650, Paragraph G.3.2
4. The internal pressure of tanks with aluminum dome roofs shall not exceed the weight of
the roof. In no case shall the maximum design pressure exceed ____
a) 9 psig
b) 9 inches of mercury column
c) 0.9 psig
d) 9 inches of water column
5. The maximum dome radius shall be ____ times the diameter of the tank. The minimum
dome radius shall be ___ times the diameter of the tank unless other wise specified by the
purchaser.
a) 1.2 and 0.9
b) 1.2 and 0.5
c) 1.2 and 0.7
d) 1.2 and 0.8
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Answers to API-Standard 650 Appendix G - Structurally Supported

Aluminum Dome Roofs
Question Number
1
2
3
4
5
Answer
D
B
A
D
C
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Appendix H Internal Floating Roofs

1. Internal floating roofs may be designed and built to float and rest in a reasonably flat
position. A rim or skirt shall be provided around the roof periphery and all columns,
ladders, and other roof openings. How far must this rim extend above the liquid?
a) 3 inches
b) 6 inches
c) 9 inches
d) 12 inches
Reference API-650, Paragraph H.4.2.1 and 4.2.3
2. Internal floating roofs shall be designed to safely support at least _____.
a) 500 pounds over 1 square foot
b) 500 pounds over 1 square inch
c) 500 pounds over 1 square yard
d) 500 pounds over 1 square meter
Reference API-650, Paragraph H.4.2.5
3. What is the minimum required thickness, excluding corrosion allowance, for a steel
internal floating roof in contact with vapor?
a) The minimum thickness shall be 0.094 inches
b) The minimum thickness shall be 9 gauge
c) The minimum thickness shall be 0.07 inches
d) The minimum thickness shall be 7 gauge
Reference API-650, Paragraph H.4.4
4. A peripheral seal shall be designed to accommodate ____ of local deviation between the
floating roof and the shell.
a) 2 inches
b) 3 inches
c) 4 inches
d) 5 inches
5. Which of the following is not permitted as a design for internal floating roofs in contact
with the liquid?
a) Double deck
b) Pontoon
c) Metallic Pan
d) Metallic on floats
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6. Metallic internal roofs on floats shall be designed to be buoyant enough to support how
much weight?
a) Twice its dead weight
b) Twice the weight of two men
c) 500 pounds per square foot
d) Three times its dead weight
7. The maximum spacing between circulation vents shall be _____.
a) 24 feet
b) 32 feet
c) 28 feet
d) 30 feet
Reference API-650, Paragraph H.6.2.2.1
8. What is the minimum number of circulation vents that must be located on the shell or
fixed roof above the seal of the floating roof when the tank is full?
a) 8
b) 4
c) 6
d) 2
Reference API-650, Paragraph H.6.2.2.1
9. How many and what size manholes must be provided in a fixed roof for access to the
tank interior?
a) At least two with a nominal diameter of 24 inches each
b) At least three with a nominal diameter of 24 inches each
c) At least one with a nominal diameter of 24 inches
d) At least four with a nominal diameter of 24 inches each
10. When specified by the purchaser, inspection hatches shall be located on the fixed roof to
permit visual inspection of the seal region. What is the maximum spacing between these
hatches?
a) 32 feet
b) 50 feet
c) 75 feet
d) 100 feet
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Answers to API-Standard 650 Appendix H - Internal Floating Roofs

Question Number
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Answer
B
A
D
C
D
A
B
B
C
C
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Remaining Appendixes
Appendix D Technical Inquiries
This appendix provides guidance for requesting interpretations of API Standard 650. The
inquiry format is specific must be followed. Basically inquiries shall be formulated in such a
way that they can be answered yes or no.
Appendix E Seismic Design of Storage Tanks
According the Body of Knowledge, question pertaining to this Appendix will be excluded
on the API-653 examination.
Appendix F Design of Tanks for Small Internal Pressures
Appendix I Under-tank Leak Detection and Sub-grade Protection
This appendix provides basic recommendations, which may be specified by the purchaser,
for design and construction of tank and foundation systems that provide leak detection and
sub-grade protection in the event of tank bottom leakage, and provides for tanks supported by
grillage. Typically, this appendix would only be used as a guide. The body of knowledge
states that questions pertaining to tanks supported by grillage will be excluded on the
examination.
Appendix J Shop Assembled Storage Tanks
This appendix presents requirements covering the complete assembly of tanks that do not
exceed 20 feet in diameter.
Appendix K Application of the Variable-Design- Point Method
Appendix L API Standard 650 Storage Tank Data Sheets
This appendix provides data sheets to be used by the purchaser in ordering a storage tank and
by the manufacturer upon completion of construction of the tank.
Appendix M Requirements for Tanks Operating at Elevated Temperatures
This appendix provides additional requirements for tanks with maximum operating
temperatures from 200F to 500F.
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Appendix N Use of New Materials That Are Not Identified

This appendix provides requirements for the use of new or unused plate and pipe materials
that are not completely identified by this standard as complying with any listed specification.
Appendix O Recommendations for Under-Bottom Connections
This appendix contains recommendations for the design and construction of under-bottom
connections for storage tanks
Appendix P Allowable External Loads on Tank Shell Openings
This appendix presents minimum recommendations for design of shell openings that conform
to Table 3 8 that are subject to external piping loads. The purchaser or manufacturer may
agree upon an alternative or supplemental design. According to the body of knowledge,
questions pertaining to this appendix will not be asked on the examination.
Appendix S Austenitic Stainless Steel Tanks
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