Question 46 of 90 refresher Exam

You should be most concerned about a possible explosion or fire in fuel tanks:

A A) During fueling when the fuel first strikes the tank bottom Correct
B B) During fueling when the fuel strikes fuel already in the tank
C C) When underway as the fuel is moved by wave action
D D) Shortly after fueling when fuel vapors gather

Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is Option A: A) During fueling when the fuel first strikes the tank bottom.

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