Question

course exam

what class of fire extinguisher should be used to fight a metal fire?

class a
class b
class c
class d

Explanation:

Identify the fire type

The question asks for the class of fire extinguisher used to fight a "metal fire" (combustible metals such as magnesium, titanium, potassium, or sodium).

Match with standard fire classifications

• Class A: Ordinary combustibles (wood, paper, cloth).
• Class B: Flammable liquids (gasoline, oil, paint).
• Class C: Electrical fires.
• Class D: Combustible metals.

Therefore, Class D is the correct classification for metal fires.

Answer:

• Class A
• Class B
• Class C
• Class D (Correct answer)