Coast Guard Exams
Question 332General Subjects - QMED70% to pass

Fittings used to close the ends of pipe are called 'pipe _______________.

AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) caps. Pipe caps are fittings used to close the ends of pipes. They are designed to seal off the end of a pipe, providing a tight closure to prevent leaks or the entry of foreign material. Caps are a common and essential component in piping systems, used to terminate or cover the open ends of pipes. The other answer choices are not correct in this context. Tees are pipe fittings used to connect three pipes, ells (or elbows) are used to change the direction of a pipe, and closures is not a commonly used term for pipe fittings.