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Which building materials is the most common in North America & is the main component of many structural assemblies? Wood When masonry components like brick and stone are exposed to fire and high temperatures ; There is little effect on the masonry The effect of heat & fire on metal depends on the ? Type of metal and whether or not it is covered. What is the primary material used for structural support in the construction of large buildings ? Steel Due to its high water content,____...

Electronics ETA Certification Practice Exam 2024 Questions And Answers. The "triboelectric effect" causes what kind of electricity? Answer- Static The law of static electrical charges states: Answer- like charges repel Minute particles that make up all possible elements and still retain the unique chemical characteristics of the element are called _____________. Answer- Atoms A molecule is the smallest particle of matter that can exist by itself. (1) Answer- True (1) A basic atom must c...

What are the reasons for investigating fires? To eliminate reoccurrence Upgrade existing fire codes Determine if a criminal act took place What is NFPA 921 Provides procedures, methodologies, and information necessary to meet the job requirements for fire investigators. What is NFPA 1033 Standards for Professional Qualifications for Fire Investigation Is NFPA 1033 a Guide or Standard? It is a Standard How often is NFPA 1033 Revised? It is revised every 5 years...

Absolute Temperature. A temperature measured in Kelvins (K) or Rankines (R). Accelerant. A fuel or oxidizer, often an ignitible liquid, intentionally used to initiate a fire or increase the rate of growth or spread of fire. Accident. An unplanned event that interrupts an activity and sometimes causes injury or damage or a chance occurrence arising from unknown causes; an unexpected happening due to carelessness, ignorance, and the like. Ambient. Someone's or something'...

Absolute Temperature A temperature measured in Kelvins(K) or Rankines(R). Accelerant A fuel or oxidizer, often an ignitible liquid, intentionally used to initiate a fire or increase the rate of growth or spread of fire. Accident An unplanned event that interrupts an activity and sometimes causes injury or damage or a chance occurrence arising from unknown causes; an unexpected happening due to carelessness, ignorance, and the like. Active Fire Protection System A system ...

(1) Advantage created when levers, pulleys, and tools are used to make work easier during rope rescue or while lifting heavy objects. (2) The ratio of the force applied by a simple machine, such as a lever or pulley, to the force applied to the machine by the user. - Mechanical Advantage (1) Items within a building that are movable but are not included as a permanent part of the structure; merchandise, stock, furnishings, occupants, firefighters, and the water used for fire suppression are ...

The "triboelectric effect" causes what kind of electricity? Static The law of static electrical charges states: like charges repel Minute particles that make up all possible elements and still retain the unique chemical characteristics of the element are called _____________. Atoms A molecule is the smallest particle of matter that can exist by itself. (1) True (1) A basic atom must contain what two types of subatomic particles? Electron and proton An el...

A lack of compartmentation in a building can? Can allow rapid spread of fire horizontally/vertically in a building The reading material in this chapter, under the heading of roof coverings list five typical roof coverings. They are: 1. Shake shingles 2. Roof tiles 3. Flat membrane 4. Metal roofs 5. Asphalt shingles Under the basic building classifications, a type 1 construction is: Noncombustible One of the most significant effects Fire and Heath have on concrete is ...

CODE A standard that is an extensive compilation of provisions covering broad subject matter or that is suitable for adoption into law independently of other codes and standards. GUIDE A document that is advisory or informative in nature and that contains only non mandatory provision. This may contain mandatory statements such as when it can be used, but the document as a whole is not suitable for adoption into law. Recommended Practice A document that is similar in content and stru...

NYS Tow Truck Endorsement Practice Test 3 Which of the following is a cosmetic, wind drag device mounted on the trunk lid? A. Fascia B. Spoiler C. Spacer block D. Air dam B Which of the following is a flexible material covering, and sometimes extending below the bumper? A. Fascia B. Spoiler C. Spacer block D. Air dam A Which of the following is used to provide additional clearance, commonly used in conjunction with a 4x4 inch wooden beam?