Question 688Deck Safety70% to pass
A fire in trash and paper waste is classified as class _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) A.
A fire in trash and paper waste is classified as a Class A fire. Class A fires involve ordinary combustible materials such as wood, paper, cloth, rubber, and many plastics. These materials typically leave an ash or residue when burned. The other answer choices do not accurately describe the type of fire involved in the scenario.
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