Which of the following agents used in portable fire extinguishers extinguishes primarily through a smothering action by establishing a gaseous blanket between the fuel and the surrounding air?
A. Water
B. Foam
C. Dry chemical
D. Carbon dioxide
Answer: D. Carbon dioxide
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