Which of the following statements about local notification or signaling devices is MOST accurate?

A. Visual notification signaling appliances are the most commonly used signals in a structure.
B. Audible notification signaling appliances are the most commonly used signals in a structure.
C. Audible and visual notification or signaling appliances always indicate a fire in the structure.
D. Notification and signaling appliances are able to sound only in the immediate area of the activated device.


Answer: B. Audible notification signaling appliances are the most commonly used signals in a structure.

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