Question 794 Deck Safety

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Portable-foam fire extinguishers are designed for use on what classes of fires?

A A and C
B B and C
C A and B
D A, B, and C
AI Explanation

The correct answer is C) A and B. Portable-foam fire extinguishers are designed for use on Class A (ordinary combustible) and Class B (flammable liquid and gas) fires. They are not effective on Class C (energized electrical) fires. The other options are incorrect because: A) A and C is incorrect, as foam extinguishers are not suitable for energized electrical (Class C) fires. B) B and C is incorrect, as foam extinguishers are not effective on energized electrical (Class C) fires. D) A, B, and C is incorrect, as foam extinguishers are not suitable for energized electrical (Class C) fires.

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