Which statement correctly pairs extinguisher type with its use?

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Which statement correctly pairs extinguisher type with its use?

Explanation:
Extinguishers are matched to the type of fire they can safely and effectively fight. A water extinguisher works by cooling the burning material, which makes it particularly effective for Class A fires—ordinary combustibles like paper, wood, and fabrics. In cabin practice, small fires involving passenger electronic devices (PED) can also be addressed with a water extinguisher when it’s safe to approach, because cooling the device and its surroundings helps suppress the flame and prevent reignition. The other options pair extinguishers with fire types they aren’t appropriate for: Halon is favored for electrical/electronic and certain liquid fires, not for Class D metal fires; water is not the standard choice for Class B liquid fires; and Halon isn’t typically used for Class A fires. So the best match is a water extinguisher for Class A fires and PED device fires.

Extinguishers are matched to the type of fire they can safely and effectively fight. A water extinguisher works by cooling the burning material, which makes it particularly effective for Class A fires—ordinary combustibles like paper, wood, and fabrics. In cabin practice, small fires involving passenger electronic devices (PED) can also be addressed with a water extinguisher when it’s safe to approach, because cooling the device and its surroundings helps suppress the flame and prevent reignition. The other options pair extinguishers with fire types they aren’t appropriate for: Halon is favored for electrical/electronic and certain liquid fires, not for Class D metal fires; water is not the standard choice for Class B liquid fires; and Halon isn’t typically used for Class A fires. So the best match is a water extinguisher for Class A fires and PED device fires.

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