Question 8 of 30
Metal fires should be fought using which extinguisher type?
A
Carbon dioxide
B
Aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF)
C
Dry powder
D
Halon gas
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option C: Dry powder.
Metal fires (Class D) require specialized extinguishing agents like dry powder. Agents such as CO2, AFFF, or Halon can react violently with burning metals, intensifying the fire or causing explosions.