Make a neat sketch of the symbol for a balancing device.
About this question
Question 4.8.1 of Civil Technology Grade 12, NSC Preparatory Examination (Eastern Cape DoE, September 2025). It tests the Term 3 ATP topic Civil services.
- TermTerm 3
- ATP topicCivil services
- PaperNSC September 2025 (Civil Services) (Eastern Cape)
- Marks2 marks
Figure 4.7: Coupling

Answer
2 marksDraw the standard plumbing symbol for a balancing device on the hot and cold water lines, with the device shown joined to both lines. Label it clearly.
Study this in your textbook: CAPS Annual Teaching Plan, Grade 12, Term 3: Consolidation and Preparatory Examination.
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