QUESTION: 13

In a building structure, components like shear walls, braced frames, and moment-resisting frames, as well as foundations and diaphragms form the basis for what type of structural system?

Vertical Support System
Lateral Force-Resisting System
Longitudinal System
Foundation System

Answer(s): B

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An IT server room housing sensitive electronic equipment requires a fire suppression system. The room has air-conditioning and power systems that may have hot surfaces, is fitted with an over-pressure relief system and may occasionally be occupied by workers.
Which would be the preferred gaseous fire extinguishing agent?

Halocarbon Clean Agent
Inert Clean Agent
Carbon Dioxide
Halon 1301

Answer(s): C

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QUESTION: 15

Most model Building Codes address fire spread due to radiant heat ignition of adjacent building facades by specifying a minimum set back from the property line determined using a piloted ignition heat flux similar to that of:

exterior wood cladding.
horizontal vinyl siding.
masonry brick façade.
horizontal aluminum siding.

Answer(s): C

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QUESTION: 16

To which of the following fires would infrared flame detectors be non-responsive?

Ethylene and propylene oxide fires
Gasoline and diesel fuel fires
Jet fuel and butane fires
Sulfur and hydrogen fires

Answer(s): D

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