Which type of portable fire extinguisher is best suited for putting out a Class D fire?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — Dry powder
Class D fires involve combustible metals like magnesium, titanium, and aluminum. Dry powder extinguishers are specifically formulated to form a crust over the burning metal, smothering the fire without reacting dangerously with the molten metal, unlike standard water or gas agents.
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