FCTC FIREFIGHTER PRACTICE
EXAM (2024) || Questions &
Answers (Graded A+)
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(2024) || Questions & Answers (Graded
A+)
21. If someone's clothing were to catch on fire, what would be an appropriate thing to
do? - ANSWER - If it is a loose fitting garment, such as a jacket or coat, you should
attempt to strip it off.
Wrap a blanket or something similar around the victim to smother the flames.
Get the victim to drop to the ground and roll slowly.
22. Icy road conditions can be particularly hazardous for driving because - ANSWER -
Friction between the tires and road is minimized.
**Brakes, contrary to popular thought, are not directly responsible for stopping a vehicle.
Instead, they retard the motion of the wheels. Consequently, friction develops between
the tire and the road which is directly responsible for a vehicle coming to a complete
stop.**
23. According to the National Safety Council, each year twenty times more deaths
within the United States are caused by fires than by tornadoes, floods, earthquakes,
and hurricanes combined. What can we deduce from this statement?
A. Fires are more lethal by comparison.
B. Tornadoes, floods, earthquakes, and hurricanes are taken for granted by most
people.
C. People are better able to cope with natural weather phenomena than fire.
D. Statistically there are many more fires than natural weather or geophysical disasters.
This, combined with public apathy and a lack of education about fire, is the probable
reason for the high fatality rate. - ANSWER - D. Statistically there are many more fires
than natural weather or geophysical disasters. This, combined with public apathy and a
lack of education about fire, is the probable reason for the high fatality rate.
**When the destructive capabilities of fire are compared to those of tornadoes,
hurricanes, earthquakes, and floods, it is a misconception to think that fire is the worst.
In fact, the destructive energy of the other phenomenon discussed is significantly
greater. Additionally, fire prevention and education are taken for granted by most
people, thus leading to preventable accidents and consequent fatalities.**
,24. When mechanical ventilation is required to help purge heat and smoke from a
burning building, which of the following should be avoided? - ANSWER - Placing the
exhaust fan, if possible, in the same direction that the prevailing winds are coming from.
**The vented exhaust is being directed against a prevailing wind. This is neither efficient
nor desired because the vented gases could be inadvertently recirculated into the
building. The best idea is to use wind to your advantage, not have it work against you.**
27. In your judgment, what is the best reason for fire hoses to be removed and reloaded
on an apparatus at least once every 30 days?
A. Hose tends to get brittle with little use.
B. Water trapped within a hose after use can stagnate and deteriorate the lining.
C. It reduces the possibility of bends becoming permanently set at certain points in the
hoseline.
D. It is just another menial job to keep firefighters constantly busy. - ANSWER - C. It
reduces the possibility of bends becoming permanently set at certain points in the
hoseline.
**It is a fact that hose lines left unused for long periods of time deteriorate more quickly
than hoses that are frequently used. Unloading hose at least once a month eliminates
the problem of bends becoming permanently set in the lining. Once bends happen,
hoses can become weak at the bend points and are more prone to leakage or rupture.**
26. What is the most important attribute a good driver has over someone with marginal
driving ability? - ANSWER - A good attitude.
28. Firefighters are responsible for preventing any unnecessary damage from occurring
to hoselines at the scene of a fire. Not only are they expensive to replace, but damaged
hoses can become ineffective in fighting a fire if they cannot remain charged because of
leaks or ruptures. Which of the following hose-care practices is not recommended?
A. Avoid excessive dragging.
B. Don't allow vehicles to run over charged hoses.
C. Avoid laying hose over sharp or rough corners.
D. Use hot air to quickly dry the outside woven jacket of the hose. - ANSWER - D. Use
hot air to quickly dry the outside woven jacket of the hose.
**Most hoses are composed of rubber, natural or synthetic. When rubber is subjected to
hot air, it quickly deteriorates or cracks. Moderately warm air should be used to dry
hoseline.**
, 27. In your judgment, what is the best reason for fire hoses to be removed and reloaded
on an apparatus at least once every 30 days? - ANSWER - It reduces the possibility of
bends becoming permanently set at certain points in the hoseline.
**It is a fact that hose lines left unused for long periods of time deteriorate more quickly
than hoses that are frequently used. Unloading hose at least once a month eliminates
the problem of bends becoming permanently set in the lining. Once bends happen,
hoses can become weak at the bend points and are more prone to leakage or rupture.**
30. Without considering braided nylon, which of the 1 ½" diameter ropes shown in the
chart would support the greatest load?
A. Braided nylon
B. Nylon
C. Polypropylene
D. Manila - ANSWER - B. Nylon
**Braided nylon would, of course, be the strongest rope shown; however, as it is
worded, the question eliminates this as a possibility. Even unbraided 1 ½ inch diameter
nylon can support 5,610 pounds. Polypropylene is the second strongest choice given
and manila would be considered the weakest.**
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33. What is the total resistance (in OHMS) of four resistors, in a series, that are rated
OHMS?
A. OHMS
B. 2 OHMS
C. 3 OHMS
D. OHMS - ANSWER - B. 2 OHMS
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35. The formula for converting Celsius temperatures to Fahrenheit is ° F = 9/ 5 (° C ) +
32. What is 25 ° Celsius in Fahrenheit?
A. 102.6 °
B. 77 °
