Describe what constitutes active fire protection in buildings.

What will be an ideal response?


Active fire protection comprises mechanical and electrical systems that detect and extinguish fire, such as fire alarms, sprinklers, hydrants, standpipes, and so on.

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This screw is designed for use in situations where the mating thread is created by the fastener.

a. cap screws b. machine screws c. set screws d. self-tapping screws

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Name some important steering system parts

a. Tie rod b. spindle c. pitman arm. d. All of the above

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In zoning systems with multiple stages of cooling, which of the following is most likely to determine when

the second stage begins to operate? a. The amount of superheat in the suction gas returning to the condensing unit. b. The amount of subcooling in the liquid leaving the condensing unit. c. The difference between the supply and return air temperatures. d. The length of time the first stage has operated without satisfying the space.

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Memory-mapped I/O and direct I/O differ in that memory-mapped I/O stores data in memory before transferring it in or out of the computer

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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