Question 19 of 30
To prevent the spread of fire by conduction, you should:
A
A) Cool the bulkheads around the fire
B
B) Remove combustibles from direct exposure
C
C) Close all openings to the area
D
D) Shut off all electric power
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option A: A) Cool the bulkheads around the fire.
Conduction transfers heat through solid materials like steel bulkheads. Cooling these bulkheads with water absorbs the heat and prevents the fire from reaching adjacent compartments.