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Cognitive Abilities Flashcards

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  1. A fire crew responds to a warehouse fire. The building is 400 ft long and 200 ft wide. What is the total perimeter of the building?

    Answer: 1,200 ft

    Perimeter = 2 × (length + width) = 2 × (400 + 200) = 1,200 ft.

  2. Read the passage: 'Firefighters must don SCBA before entering IDLH atmospheres.' Which situation requires SCBA per this statement?

    Answer: A smoke-filled building interior

    A smoke-filled interior qualifies as an IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health) atmosphere.

  3. If Engine 3 arrives at 14:07 and the fire is declared under control at 15:52, how long did suppression operations last?

    Answer: 1 hour 45 minutes

    From 14:07 to 15:52 is 1 hour and 45 minutes.

  4. A hose delivers 125 gallons per minute. How many gallons are delivered in 8 minutes?

    Answer: 1,000 gallons

    125 × 8 = 1,000 gallons.

  5. Which word is spelled correctly?

    Answer: Resuscitation

    'Resuscitation' is the correct spelling, referring to reviving an unconscious person.

  6. A firefighter climbs 6 flights of stairs, each flight having 14 steps. How many total steps are climbed?

    Answer: 84 steps

    6 × 14 = 84 steps.

  7. Dispatch states: 'Units respond to 1840 Maple Ave for a reported gas leak; occupants are evacuating.' What is the highest priority upon arrival?

    Answer: Ensure occupants are clear of the structure

    Life safety is the top priority; confirming occupants are clear protects lives before addressing the hazard.