Question 1958 Deck General
70% to passAccording to the T-Boat regulations the reason for providing adequate ventilation for a battery storage area is to prevent _______________.
A
mildew or dry rot in the battery box
B
accumulation of explosive and toxic gases the battery can generate
C
battery failure including battery case meltdown caused by excessive heat
D
accumulation of carbon dioxide gas that chokes the battery
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) accumulation of explosive and toxic gases the battery can generate. The T-Boat regulations require adequate ventilation in battery storage areas to prevent the accumulation of explosive and toxic gases that can be generated by the batteries. This is a crucial safety measure to mitigate the risk of explosion or exposure to harmful fumes. The other answer choices, while potentially related to battery maintenance, do not address the primary safety concern of preventing the buildup of explosive and toxic gases, which is the key reason for the ventilation requirement.
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