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Which classes of fires are caused by flammable liquids such as petrol, tar, paint?

Which classes of fires are caused by flammable liquids such as petrol, tar, paint? Correct Answer Class B fires

Explanation:

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Classes of fire

Types of fires

Class “A”

Ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, cloth, rubber, and some plastics.

Class “B”

Flammable liquids such as gasoline, petroleum greases, tars, oils, oil-based paints, solvents, alcohols

Flammable gases such as propane and butane

Class “C”

Energized electrical equipment such as computers, servers, motors, transformers, and appliances

Class “D”

Combustible metals such as magnesium, titanium, zirconium, sodium, lithium, and potassium.

Class “E”

Cooking oils and greases such as animal and vegetable fats

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