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Multiple Choice Questions & Answers with Code References
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1. According to NFPA 10, what is the maximum travel distance to a Class A
fire extinguisher in a light hazard occupancy?
A. 50 feet
B. 75 feet
C. 100 feet
D. 150 feet
Answer: B. 75 feet
Code Reference: NFPA 10, Section 6.2.1
2. Per NFPA 10, portable fire extinguishers must be hydrostatically tested
at what interval for stored-pressure dry chemical extinguishers?
A. 6 years
B. 8 years
C. 12 years
D. 5 years
Answer: C. 12 years
Code Reference: NFPA 10, Section 8.3.1
3. According to NFPA 10, the maximum floor area per extinguisher unit for
Class B hazards in extra hazard occupancies is:
A. 1,000 sq ft
B. 2,500 sq ft
C. 5,000 sq ft
D. 10,000 sq ft
Answer: A. 1,000 sq ft
Code Reference: NFPA 10, Table 5.5.1
4. NFPA 10 requires that portable fire extinguishers be inspected at
minimum:
A. Weekly

, B. Monthly
C. Quarterly
D. Annually
Answer: B. Monthly
Code Reference: NFPA 10, Section 7.2.1
5. Per NFPA 10, what is the minimum extinguisher rating for a 2-A
extinguisher?
A. 1-A
B. 2-A
C. 4-A
D. 6-A
Answer: B. 2-A
Code Reference: NFPA 10, Section 5.3.1
6. According to NFPA 10, fire extinguishers shall be mounted so that the
top of the extinguisher is not more than how many inches from the floor for
extinguishers weighing more than 40 lbs?
A. 3.5 feet
B. 4.0 feet
C. 5.0 feet
D. 3.5 feet
Answer: A. 3.5 feet
Code Reference: NFPA 10, Section 6.2.3.1
7. According to NFPA 10, CO2 extinguishers must be hydrostatically tested
every:
A. 5 years
B. 10 years
C. 12 years
D. 6 years
Answer: A. 5 years
Code Reference: NFPA 10, Table 8.3.1
8. Per NFPA 10, which class of fire involves flammable metals?
A. Class A
B. Class B
C. Class C
D. Class D

, Answer: D. Class D
Code Reference: NFPA 10, Section 4.2
9. According to NFPA 10, what annual maintenance is required for dry
chemical extinguishers stored-pressure type?
A. Internal examination only
B. 6-year maintenance
C. Annual maintenance and inspection
D. Hydrostatic test
Answer: C. Annual maintenance and inspection
Code Reference: NFPA 10, Section 7.3.1
10. Per NFPA 10, a 2.5-gallon water extinguisher has a rating of:
A. 1-A
B. 2-A
C. 4-A
D. 2.5-A
Answer: B. 2-A
Code Reference: NFPA 10, Section 5.3.2
11. According to NFPA 13, what is the minimum water supply duration for a
light hazard occupancy sprinkler system?
A. 20 minutes
B. 30 minutes
C. 45 minutes
D. 60 minutes
Answer: B. 30 minutes
Code Reference: NFPA 13, Section 19.3.3
12. Per NFPA 13, what is the maximum area of coverage per standard spray
sprinkler in light hazard occupancies?
A. 100 sq ft
B. 130 sq ft
C. 200 sq ft
D. 225 sq ft
Answer: B. 130 sq ft
Code Reference: NFPA 13, Table 8.6.2.2.1(a)
13. According to NFPA 13, the minimum pipe size for a sprinkler branch
line is:

, A. 1/2 inch
B. 3/4 inch
C. 1 inch
D. 1-1/4 inch
Answer: C. 1 inch
Code Reference: NFPA 13, Section 8.15.19
14. Per NFPA 13, what is the maximum spacing between sprinkler heads in
light hazard occupancy?
A. 12 feet
B. 15 feet
C. 16 feet
D. 18 feet
Answer: B. 15 feet
Code Reference: NFPA 13, Section 8.6.2.2.1
15. According to NFPA 13, what temperature rating is a standard sprinkler
head?
A. 135°F–170°F
B. 175°F–225°F
C. 250°F–300°F
D. 325°F–375°F
Answer: A. 135°F–170°F
Code Reference: NFPA 13, Table 8.3.2.1
16. Per NFPA 13, the design area for a wet pipe system in ordinary hazard
group 1 is:
A. 1,000 sq ft
B. 1,500 sq ft
C. 2,000 sq ft
D. 2,500 sq ft
Answer: B. 1,500 sq ft
Code Reference: NFPA 13, Table 19.3.3.1.1
17. According to NFPA 13, what is the minimum residual pressure at the
most hydraulically remote sprinkler?
A. 5 psi
B. 7 psi
C. 10 psi