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Question 1
What is the purpose of P&ID?
A. To show the physical placement of instruments
B. To provide detailed equipment specifications
C. To depict the wiring schematics of a system
D. To represent the piping and instrumentation flow of a process
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To represent the piping and instrumentation flow of a process
Question 2
What is the purpose of a loop diagram?
A. To detail instrument maintenance
B. To illustrate the control logic
C. To depict instrument calibration procedures
D. To show instrument wiring connections
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To show instrument wiring connections
Question 3
What is the purpose of an instrument location plan?
A. To represent the manufacturing details of instruments
B. To show the geographical layout of all control rooms
C. To outline the physical location of instruments in a facility
D. To illustrate the control logic of a system
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To outline the physical location of instruments in a facility
Question 4
What is the purpose of a hook-up diagram?
A. To depict the control room equipment arrangement
B. To show the detailed installation method for instruments
C. To outline the emergency response procedures
D. To provide a schematic of the instrument calibration setup
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To show the detailed installation method for instruments
Question 5
What is the purpose of an instrument index?
A. To depict the safety procedures for handling instruments
B. To show the software configurations of the control system
C. To outline the maintenance schedules for instruments
D. To list all instruments with their corresponding specifications
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To list all instruments with their corresponding specifications
Question 6
What is the purpose of a data sheet in instrumentation?
A. To show the physical layout of instruments
B. To outline the control logic for process automation
C. To provide electrical wiring diagrams
D. To give detailed specifications and requirements of instruments
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To give detailed specifications and requirements of instruments
Question 7
What is the purpose of a functional design specification (FDS)?
A. To show the wiring connections for control systems
B. To outline the safety procedures for instrument maintenance
C. To describe the intended functionality and design of a system
D. To list the calibration procedures of instruments
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To describe the intended functionality and design of a system
Question 8
What is the purpose of an I/O list?
A. To outline the safety protocols for instrumentation
B. To list all input and output points in a control system
C. To show the installation sequence of instruments
D. To specify the instrument calibration procedures
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To list all input and output points in a control system
Question 9
What is the purpose of an instrument specification?
A. To provide a wiring and connection diagram
B. To show the control logic and system behavior
C. To list the safety and hazard controls for instruments
D. To outline the detailed requirements for the procurement of instruments
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To outline the detailed requirements for the procurement of instruments
Question 10
What is the purpose of an instrument loop drawing?
A. To illustrate the physical installation of instruments
B. To detail the signal and power wiring connections
C. To show the software process flow
D. To list the specifications of all instruments
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To detail the signal and power wiring connections
Question 11
What is the purpose of a wiring termination diagram?
A. To show the process flow in a P&ID
B. To list the instrument calibration details
C. To detail the termination points for wiring connections
D. To outline the control logic sequence
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To detail the termination points for wiring connections
Question 12
What is the purpose of a cable schedule?
A. To show the software integration points
B. To illustrate the physical layout of instruments
C. To provide a sequence of operations for control systems
D. To list all the cables and their specific details
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To list all the cables and their specific details
Question 13
What is the purpose of a control philosophy document?
A. To provide wiring diagrams for installation
B. To define the general guidelines for control system operations
C. To list the instruments and their specifications
D. To show the physical placement of instruments
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To define the general guidelines for control system operations
Question 14
What is the purpose of a process flow diagram (PFD)?
A. To list the specifications of all instruments
B. To show the detailed wiring connections
C. To outline the control logic and sequence of operations
D. To represent the flow of materials and energy through a process
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To represent the flow of materials and energy through a process
Question 15
What is the purpose of a logic diagram?
A. To show the sequence of operations and control logic
B. To provide the physical installation requirements for instruments
C. To list the maintenance procedures for the control system
D. To illustrate the detailed wiring connections
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To show the sequence of operations and control logic
Question 16
What is the purpose of a system architecture diagram?
A. To provide the emergency response guidelines
B. To show the detailed specifications of instruments
C. To illustrate the overall structure and components of a system
D. To outline the calibration procedures for instruments
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To illustrate the overall structure and components of a system
Question 17
What is the purpose of an alarm and trip schedule?
A. To list all alarm and trip settings and their respective values
B. To detail the wiring connections of safety systems
C. To show the physical layout of control rooms
D. To define the safety standards for equipment
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To list all alarm and trip settings and their respective values
Question 18
What is the purpose of a control narrative?
A. To show the wiring and connection diagrams
B. To describe the step-by-step operation of control systems
C. To list the technical specifications of control devices
D. To outline the calibration procedures for instruments
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To describe the step-by-step operation of control systems
Question 19
What is the purpose of a cause and effect matrix?
A. To detail the relationship between different events and outcomes
B. To display the physical layout of instruments
C. To list the calibration procedures for control systems
D. To provide wiring diagrams for control panels
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To detail the relationship between different events and outcomes
Question 20
What is the purpose of a SIL assessment report?
A. To show the installation procedures for safety systems
B. To outline the software development life cycle
C. To list the wiring connections for control panels
D. To evaluate the Safety Integrity Level of safety instrumented systems
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To evaluate the Safety Integrity Level of safety instrumented systems
Question 21
What is the purpose of an instrumentation specification sheet?
A. To detail the technical and functional requirements of instruments
B. To show the physical placement of instruments
C. To provide detailed wiring diagrams
D. To outline the calibration and maintenance procedures
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To detail the technical and functional requirements of instruments
Question 22
What is the purpose of a material requisition document?
A. To specify the materials and equipment needed for a project
B. To provide the safety protocols for installation
C. To request the software updates for control systems
D. To list the calibration standards for instruments
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To specify the materials and equipment needed for a project
Question 23
What is the purpose of a site acceptance test (SAT) report?
A. To show the installation procedures for instrumentation
B. To document the testing and validation of installed systems on-site
C. To document the testing and validation of systems at vendor
D. To outline the calibration procedures of control systems
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To document the testing and validation of installed systems on-site
Question 24
What is the purpose of a hazard and operability study (HAZOP)?
A. To evaluate potential hazards and operational issues
B. To detail the wiring connections for control systems
C. To list the specifications for all instrumentation used
D. To show the physical layout of the control room
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To evaluate potential hazards and operational issues
Question 25
What is the purpose of an inspection and test plan (ITP)?
A. To show the physical layout of the process plant
B. To outline the procedures and criteria for inspecting and testing
C. To describe the control logic sequences
D. To list the specifications for control room equipment
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To outline the procedures and criteria for inspecting and testing
Question 26
What is the purpose of a commissioning procedure?
A. To provide a schedule for project milestones
B. To list the specifications for all control systems
C. To outline the calibration methods for instruments
D. To detail the process of starting up and testing systems
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To detail the process of starting up and testing systems
Question 27
What is the purpose of a quality assurance plan (QAP)?
A. To show the detailed wiring connections for control systems
B. To list the safety protocols for equipment
C. To describe the quality management practices for a project
D. To outline the maintenance schedules for instrumentation
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To describe the quality management practices for a project
Question 28
What is the purpose of a punch list?
A. To list incomplete or deficient items needing correction
B. To show the control logic sequences
C. To outline the software update requirements
D. To provide the detailed installation guidelines for instruments
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To list incomplete or deficient items needing correction
Question 29
What is the purpose of a pre-commissioning checklist?
A. To detail the calibration procedures for instruments
B. To show the wiring connections for the control system
C. To list tasks to be completed before commissioning
D. To outline the safety protocols for the project
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To list tasks to be completed before commissioning
Question 30
What is the purpose of an instrument range sheet?
A. To outline the maintenance procedures for instruments
B. To provide the wiring diagrams for installation
C. To list the measurement ranges of instruments
D. To describe the control logic for systems
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To list the measurement ranges of instruments
Instrumentation Project Documents
Question 31
What is the purpose of an operational manual?
A. To list the wiring connections for control panels
B. To outline the installation procedures for instrumentation
C. To provide the calibration details of control systems
D. To describe the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of systems
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To describe the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of systems
Question 32
What is the purpose of an instrumentation layout drawing?
A. To illustrate the physical arrangement of instruments
B. To provide the detailed control logic sequences
C. To show the software configuration settings
D. To list the calibration standards for instruments
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To illustrate the physical arrangement of instruments
Question 33
What is the purpose of a maintenance schedule?
A. To describe the control logic and operation sequences
B. To outline the safety standards for the control systems
C. To provide the installation guidelines for instrumentation
D. To list the regular maintenance tasks and intervals
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To list the regular maintenance tasks and intervals
Question 34
What is the purpose of a factory acceptance test (FAT) report?
A. To list the operational parameters of instruments
B. To detail the field installation procedures
C. To document the testing and validation of installed systems on-site
D. To document the testing of equipment at the manufacturer’s site
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To document the testing of equipment at the manufacturer’s site
Question 35
What is the purpose of a calibration certificate?
A. To list the wiring and installation details
B. To outline the control logic sequences
C. To provide a record of the software configurations
D. To certify the accuracy and performance of an instrument
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To certify the accuracy and performance of an instrument
Question 36
What is the purpose of an instrument test record?
A. To document the test results and conditions of instruments
B. To provide the installation guidelines for instruments
C. To list the control logic and sequences
D. To describe the software development life cycle
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To document the test results and conditions of instruments
Question 37
What is the purpose of a project execution plan (PEP)?
A. To describe the overall strategy for executing a project
B. To list the wiring connections for control panels
C. To provide the calibration procedures for instruments
D. To outline the step-by-step operation of control systems
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To describe the overall strategy for executing a project
Question 38
What is the purpose of a work permit system?
A. To ensure safe and controlled execution of tasks on-site
B. To outline the maintenance schedules for instruments
C. To list the installation guidelines for control systems
D. To describe the software configuration settings
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To ensure safe and controlled execution of tasks on-site
Question 39
What is the purpose of a shutdown procedure?
A. To describe the wiring connections for control panels
B. To list the calibration details of all instruments
C. To provide the installation guidelines for instrumentation
D. To outline the steps for safely shutting down a system
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To outline the steps for safely shutting down a system
Question 40
What is the purpose of an as-built drawing?
A. To list the calibration standards for instruments
B. To outline the control logic sequences
C. To depict the actual installed configuration of a system
D. To show the planned design of a system
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To depict the actual installed configuration of a system
Question 41
What is the purpose of a control system architecture diagram?
A. To list the software configuration settings
B. To outline the maintenance schedules for systems
C. To describe the calibration standards for instruments
D. To illustrate the overall structure and components of a control system
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To illustrate the overall structure and components of a control system
Question 42
What is the purpose of a start-up procedure?
A. To list the calibration data for all instruments
B. To provide the maintenance schedules for instrumentation
C. To outline the steps for safely starting up a system
D. To describe the wiring connections for control systems
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To outline the steps for safely starting up a system
Question 43
What is the purpose of a risk assessment report?
A. To describe the software architecture
B. To list the installation guidelines for control systems
C. To provide the maintenance schedules for equipment
D. To evaluate potential hazards and their mitigation measures
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To evaluate potential hazards and their mitigation measures
Question 44
What is the purpose of a loop tuning report?
A. To describe the software development process
B. To list the installation guidelines for instrumentation systems
C. To document the tuning parameters for control loops
D. To document the PID controller blocks list
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To document the tuning parameters for control loops
Question 45
What is the purpose of a functional requirements specification (FRS)?
A. To provide the wiring diagrams for instrumentation
B. To outline the software update procedures
C. To define the functionality required for a system to meet its objectives
D. To list the maintenance procedures for control systems
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To define the functionality required for a system to meet its objectives
Question 46
What is the purpose of a software design specification (SDS)?
A. To document the test results of instrumentation systems
B. To outline the detailed design of software components
C. To list the calibration procedures for control systems
D. To provide the maintenance schedules for equipment
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To outline the detailed design of software components
Question 47
What is the purpose of a material take-off (MTO)?
A. To describe the control logic for instrumentation systems
B. To outline the software update procedures
C. To list all materials and quantities required for a project
D. To provide the calibration data for all instruments
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To list all materials and quantities required for a project
Question 48
What is the purpose of a system handover certificate?
A. To officially transfer responsibility for a system from one party to another
B. To document the initial installation of control systems
C. To list the calibration data for instrumentation systems
D. To outline the maintenance schedules for control systems
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To officially transfer responsibility for a system from one party to another
Question 49
What is the purpose of a project closeout report?
A. To list the wiring connections for control systems
B. To describe the software configuration settings
C. To summarize the completion status and outcomes of a project
D. To outline the calibration procedures for instruments
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To summarize the completion status and outcomes of a project
Question 50
What is the purpose of a technical bid evaluation (TBE)?
A. To assess the technical compliance of vendor bids with project requirements
B. To outline the software configurations for control systems
C. To provide the calibration standards for instruments
D. To list the wiring connections for control systems
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To assess the technical compliance of vendor bids with project requirements
Question 51
What is the purpose of an instrument installation checklist?
A. To provide the calibration procedures for control systems
B. To list the wiring connections for instrumentation systems
C. To outline the software configurations for control systems
D. To ensure all installation steps and standards are followed correctly
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To ensure all installation steps and standards are followed correctly
Question 52
What is the purpose of a detailed design specification (DDS)?
A. To outline the calibration standards for instruments
B. To list the maintenance procedures for control systems
C. To describe the control logic sequences for instrumentation systems
D. To provide comprehensive design details for a system or component
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To provide comprehensive design details for a system or component
Question 53
What is the purpose of a user requirements specification (URS)?
A. To outline the software update procedures for control systems
B. To provide the calibration procedures for instruments
C. To describe the specific needs and expectations of the end-users
D. To list the installation guidelines for instrumentation systems
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To describe the specific needs and expectations of the end-users
Question 54
What is the purpose of a process hazard analysis (PHA)?
A. To provide the calibration standards for instruments
B. To identify and evaluate potential hazards in a process
C. To list the wiring connections for instrumentation systems
D. To document the initial installation procedures for control systems
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To identify and evaluate potential hazards in a process
Question 55
What is the purpose of a control panel layout drawing?
A. To show the physical arrangement of components within a control panel
B. To provide the software update procedures for control systems
C. To list the control logic sequences for control systems
D. To describe the calibration standards for instrumentation systems
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To show the physical arrangement of components within a control panel
Question 56
What is the purpose of a valve data sheet?
A. To provide detailed specifications and requirements for valves
B. To list the wiring connections for control systems
C. To outline the software configurations for control systems
D. To describe the calibration procedures for instrumentation
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To provide detailed specifications and requirements for valves
Question 57
What is the purpose of a system integration test plan (SITP)?
A. To list the calibration procedures for control systems
B. To outline the procedures for testing the integration of system components
C. To describe the control logic sequences for instrumentation systems
D. To provide the wiring diagrams for instrumentation systems
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To outline the procedures for testing the integration of system components
Question 58
What is the purpose of a job safety analysis (JSA)?
A. To describe the calibration standards for instrumentation systems
B. To list the wiring connections for control systems
C. To identify hazards and implement safety measures for specific tasks
D. To provide the software update procedures for control systems
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To identify hazards and implement safety measures for specific tasks
Question 59
What is the purpose of a control system logic diagram?
A. To outline the software update procedures for control systems
B. To visually represent the logic and sequence of operations in a control system
C. To describe the calibration procedures for instrumentation systems
D. To list the wiring connections for control systems
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To visually represent the logic and sequence of operations in a control system
Question 60
What is the purpose of an instrument maintenance log?
A. To provide the installation guidelines for instrumentation systems
B. To document maintenance activities, repairs, and calibrations of instruments
C. To list the control logic sequences for control systems
D. To describe the software configuration settings
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To document maintenance activities, repairs, and calibrations of instruments
Question 61
What is the purpose of a system validation report?
A. To describe the control logic sequences for instrumentation systems
B. To list the maintenance schedules for instrumentation systems
C. To outline the software update procedures for control systems
D. To provide a comprehensive summary of system validation activities and results
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To provide a comprehensive summary of system validation activities and results
Question 62
What is the purpose of a change control procedure?
A. To describe the control logic sequences for control systems
B. To provide the calibration procedures for instrumentation systems
C. To manage and document changes to project scope, design, or processes
D. To list the installation guidelines for instrumentation systems
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To manage and document changes to project scope, design, or processes
Question 63
What is the purpose of a regulatory compliance report?
A. To describe the control logic sequences for control systems
B. To document the compliance of a project with regulatory requirements
C. To provide the calibration procedures for instrumentation systems
D. To list the installation guidelines for instrumentation systems
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To document the compliance of a project with regulatory requirements
Question 64
What is the purpose of an interlock diagram?
A. To list the wiring connections for control systems
B. To provide the calibration procedures for instrumentation systems
C. To describe the software update procedures for control systems
D. To visually represent the safety interlocks and their logic
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To visually represent the safety interlocks and their logic
Question 65
What is the purpose of a construction safety plan?
A. To identify and mitigate construction-related hazards
B. To describe the control logic sequences for control systems
C. To list the wiring connections for control systems
D. To outline the software update procedures for control systems
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To identify and mitigate construction-related hazards
Question 66
What is the purpose of a root cause analysis report?
A. To list the wiring connections for control systems
B. To describe the control logic sequences for instrumentation systems
C. To identify the underlying causes of problems or failures
D. To provide the calibration procedures for control systems
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To identify the underlying causes of problems or failures
Question 67
What is the purpose of an instrument data sheet (IDS)?
A. To list the calibration procedures for control systems
B. To outline the control system logic sequences
C. To provide detailed technical specifications for instruments
D. To describe the software update procedures for control systems
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To provide detailed technical specifications for instruments
Question 68
What is the purpose of a training plan?
A. To outline the training requirements and programs for personnel
B. To list the wiring connections for control systems
C. To describe the control logic sequences for instrumentation systems
D. To provide the calibration procedures for control systems
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To outline the training requirements and programs for personnel
Question 69
What is the purpose of a project management plan (PMP)?
A. To provide the software update procedures for control systems
B. To list the wiring connections for control systems
C. To detail the overall strategy and approach for managing a project
D. To describe the calibration procedures for instrumentation systems
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To detail the overall strategy and approach for managing a project
Question 70
What is the purpose of an emergency response plan (ERP)?
A. To describe the control logic sequences for instrumentation systems
B. To provide the software update procedures for control systems
C. To outline the procedures and actions for responding to emergencies
D. To list the calibration procedures for control systems
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To outline the procedures and actions for responding to emergencies
Question 71
What is the purpose of a performance test report?
A. To list the wiring connections for control systems
B. To document the results of performance tests conducted on systems
C. To describe the calibration procedures for instrumentation systems
D. To provide the software update procedures for control systems
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To document the results of performance tests conducted on systems
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