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Question 15 of 30

Dry powder fire extinguishers which contain a mixture of graphite and sodium chloride as firefighting agents are generally used to fight which type of fire?

A
Class A wood fire
B
Class B fuel oil fire
C
Class C electrical fire
D
Class D metal fire
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Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is Option D: Class D metal fire.

Dry powder extinguishers containing graphite and sodium chloride are specifically designed for Class D fires, which involve combustible metals. These agents form a crust, smothering the fire and preventing re-ignition.