Foam extinguishes a fire mainly by __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — smothering
Firefighting foam primarily extinguishes Class B fires by smothering. The continuous floating blanket separates the fuel from atmospheric oxygen, halting combustion and suppressing flammable vapors in accordance with NFPA and USCG marine firefighting standards.
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