Construction and Skilled Trades Test - CAST Exam Practice Test

Question 1

Why is rocky soil better for a hydroelectric power plant?

A. Bodies of water are usually surrounded by rocky soil.

B. Rocky soil tends to contain less vegetation.

C. It is better at supporting heavy equipment.

D. The rocks can be used to build the plant.

Correct Answer: C

Question 2

Which of the two scenarios (A or B) requires less effortto pull the weight up off the ground? (If equal, mark C)

A. Option B

B. Option A

C. Option C

Correct Answer: A

Question 3

On which side of the pipe (A or B) would the water speed be slower? (If equal. mark C)

A. Option B

B. Option A

C. Option C

Correct Answer: C

Question 4

3.785 liters =? quarts

A. 0.946

B. 3.875

C. 4

D. 1.057

Correct Answer: C

Question 5

What is the length of the electrical panel?

A. 15"

B. 22"

C. 21"

D. 18"

Correct Answer: C

Question 6

3 quart = ? gallons

A. 0.75

B. 1.33

C. 0.33

D. 4

Correct Answer: A

Question 7

Which phrase from the passage best illustrates that a hydroelectric plant should be placed next to a large body of water?

A. "Hydroelectric power plants are dependent on the water supply."

B. "The amount of energy that can be developed by the plant is directly proportional to thevolume of water at the site."

C. "These reservoirs submerge huge amounts of land and can have devastating effects onwildlife and human settlements alike."

D. "In a typical arrangement, the power plant is built atop or alongside a dam, through whichwater is permitted to flow ata controlled pace."

Correct Answer: B

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