Define the term "fire."

What will be an ideal response?


Fire, or combustion, is a chemical reaction between oxygen and a combustible fuel. Combustion is the process by which fire converts fuel and oxygen into energy, usually in the form of heat. By-products of combustion include light and smoke. For the reaction to start, a source of ignition such as a spark or open flame or a sufficiently high temperature is needed.

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Each patient bed location shall have a minimum of ____ receptacles.

A. six B. eight C. ten D. fourteen

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A high-impedance meter _____________

A) Measures a high amount of current flow B) Can measure a high voltage C) Has a high internal resistance D) Measures a high amount of resistance

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Organizations that support the TAB industry by developing standards and offering certification include:

A) NFPA, NEC, and NEBB. B) NEC, UL, and CSA. C) AABC, TABB, and NEBB. D) ETL, ASME, and NFPA.

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Traditional methods of capacity control for centrifugal compressors include:

A) Adjustable pitch impellers. B) Cylinder unloading. C) Discharge outlet vanes. D) Variable inlet vanes and motor speed control.

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