Question 605 Deck Safety

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Fires are grouped into what categories?

A Combustible solids, liquids, and gases
B Type 1, 2, 3, and 4
C Flammable solids, liquids, and gases
D Class A, B, C, and D
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) Class A, B, C, and D. Fires are grouped into different classes based on the type of material that is burning. The fire classes are defined in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, which are commonly used for Coast Guard licensing exams. The fire classes are: Class A: Ordinary combustible materials like wood, paper, cloth, rubber, and plastic. Class B: Flammable liquids and gases. Class C: Energized electrical equipment. Class D: Combustible metals. The other answer choices do not accurately describe the fire classification system used for Coast Guard licensing exams.

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