Question 697 Deck Safety

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The class of fire on which a blanketing effect is essential is class _______________.

A A
B B
C C
D D
AI Explanation

The correct answer is B) Class B. The blanketing effect is essential for Class B fires, which involve flammable liquids and gases. Blanketing these types of fires with a smothering agent like foam or carbon dioxide cuts off the oxygen supply and effectively extinguishes the fire. In contrast, Class A fires (ordinary combustibles), Class C fires (energized electrical equipment), and Class D fires (combustible metals) require different extinguishing techniques that do not rely primarily on the blanketing effect.

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