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As specified in the B5 . 1:2013-AMD 1 , Clause 7.1 , the CWI Part A main content categories are composed of the following domains and weights (minimum percent of questions on the examination) .  \n\n| Content Area | Minimum* Percent of Questions on Exam |\n| --- | --- |\n| 01 Definition and Terminology | 12 |\n| 02 Welding Processes | 12 |\n| 03 Symbols – Welding and NDE | 10 |\n| 04 Weld Examination | 10 |\n| 05 Welding Performance | 9 |\n| 06 Test Methods-NDE | 8 |\n| 07 Heat Control & Metallurgy (carbon and low-alloy steel) | 6 |\n| 08 Welding Related Calculations | 6 |\n| 09 Duties and Responsibilities | 4 |\n| 10 Destructive Tests | 3 |\n| 11 Cutting | 2 |\n\n* The percentage of questions for each of the content areas of the exam is the minimum required percentage.  \nInformative References for Self-Education  \nRefer to the B5 . 1:2013-AMD 1 Annex A Informative Reference Documents.  \nReferences for Taking the Examination  \nThere are no specific reference books you should study. 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