Question 958Deck Safety70% to pass
In illustration D039SA below, which fire control plan symbol(s) represents the agent or device best suited for extinguishing a class "B" fire?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) 16 and 36.
The fire control plan symbol 16 represents a carbon dioxide (CO2) extinguishing system, and symbol 36 represents a dry chemical extinguishing system. These types of systems are best suited for extinguishing Class B fires, which involve flammable liquids and gases.
The other answer choices are incorrect because:
A) Symbol 47 represents a foam extinguishing system, which is not the best option for Class B fires.
B) While 16 (CO2) is correct, 47 (foam) is not the best choice for Class B fires.
D) Symbol 26 represents a water sprinkler system, which is not the most effective for Class B fires.
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