Locksmith Test #5

Question 1

What shape does a top pin have?

Accepted Answer

Flat on both ends

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Pointed on the end, flat on the other end

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Rounded on the end, hooked on the other end

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Pointed on both ends

Question 2

A "self-closing door," as defined by NFPA 80, is one that:

Accepted Answer

Is normally open but will close by some activation device in case of fire

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Is normally open and closed electrically, pneumatically, or mechanically

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Has automatic flush bolts

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Returns to the closed position when opened and released

Question 3

The following factors make it difficult to insert or remove the key blank during impressioning:

Accepted Answer

Improper lubricating the lock

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Improper filing the key

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Applying too much turning force

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Turning the key in the wrong direction

Question 4

Door handling for the installation of a lockset is mentioned in the:

Accepted Answer

Egress side

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Inside

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Frame side

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Outside

Question 5

A tailpiece's function is to:

Accepted Answer

Transfer the motion of the plug to the lock

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Retain the plug within the cylinder

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Anchor the cylinder to the lock

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Prevent removal of the key in the wrong position

Question 6

A function lock for a classroom is made to:

Accepted Answer

A key is required to lock the room

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A key is required to exit

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Students can lock themselves in the room

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The inside knob is locked at all times

Question 7

What should the locksmith take out first while disassembling a Kwikset entrance set?

Accepted Answer

Screws on the inside of the knob

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Strike

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Latch

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Cylinder

Question 8

A lockset with hotel function:

Accepted Answer

Requires a key or card from the outside in order to enter

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Can be left unlock

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Locks and unlocks from the inside only

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Has visible occupancy indicators

Question 9

What is required to remove a Schlage entrance set's exterior knob?

Accepted Answer

Key and pin punch

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Pin punch and leather hammer

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Key and screwdriver

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Leather hammer and small wire

Question 10

What tools are employed to open a lock?

Accepted Answer

Tension wrench and hook pick

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Power drill and drill bits

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Tension wrench and power drill

Answer

Phillips screwdriver and hook pick