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Part I contains general information about testing procedures. Part II outlines the content of the examination and recommends study materials. Part III includes sample questions to help you prepare for the test.  \nPart I General Information  \nPURPOSE OF THE  \nEXAMINATIONS This examination is required for professional licensure of plumbers in the  \nCity of Chicago. You must pass this test to be licensed.  \nTEST VALIDITY &  \nTEST LENGTH The test is timed to be three hours in length. All test questions have been subjected to strict psychometric controls and reflect standards and practices validated by plumbers who are licensed in the City of Chicago.  \nSTUDY  \nMATERIALS Study materials for this examination are described in Part II of this candidate guide. These sources may be purchased directly from the publishers, from Internet bookstores such as [Amazon.com](Amazon.com) or Barnes and Noble ([bn.com](bn.com)).  \nREFERENCES &  \nCALCULATORS References that may be required to answer questions on the test will be provided with the examination. No calculators or printed materials other than those provided at the test site may be used during the test.  \nMISSING AN  \nEXAMINATION There are no \"make-up\" examinations. You may re-register for the next  \nexamination date. THERE ARE NO REFUNDS.  \nSUCCESS/  \nLICENSURE Candidates who score 70 or higher will receive a PASS notice and an  \napplication for licensure.  \nFAILURE Candidates who score below 70 will receive a FAILURE notice and an  \napplication for re-examination. Candidates are encouraged to retake the examination; many candidates who initially fail such an exam pass on subsequent attempts.  \n© 2009, Continental Testing Services, Inc.  \nPrinted 1/2009  \nPage 2  \nPart II Test Content and Recommended Study Materials  \nPlumbers must demonstrate that they are familiar with safe practices and procedures in their profession. Content areas and their relative importance in this test are outlined below. Relevant sections of the 2003 Chicago Plumbing Code are noted. Current editions of the Chicago Building Code also provide this information.  \nI. Plumbing Theory, Practices & Job safety 20% of Examination  \nPublic health, Plumbing Math & Principles, Planning, Safety & OSHA Requirements, Tools & Equipment, Basic Electricity  \nII. Code Requirements for Plumbers & Contractors 2% of Examination  \nChapter 4-332  \nIII. 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Troubleshooting, Maintenance & Repairs 10% of Examination  \nRepairing Fixtures & Appliances, Waste-Water Systems, Water Distribution Systems, Drainage & Vent systems  \nPage 3  \nRecommended Study Materials  \nAll questions in this examination are based on information provided in the following sources. Therefore, all candidates should become as familiar as possible with each of these references in preparation for this examination. 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