What is the lowest temperature at which the vapors of a flammable liquid will ignite and cause self-sustained combustion in the presence of a spark or flame?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — fire point
The fire point is defined under 46 CFR and NFPA standards as the lowest temperature at which sustained combustion of flammable liquid vapors occurs following ignition, distinguishing it from the lower flash point where only momentary flashing happens.
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