Question

Which statement about broken-streams is MOST accurate?

A. A broken-stream has less reach and penetration than a fog-stream.
B. Broken-streams may have sufficient continuity to conduct electricity.
C. The effects of a broken-stream cannot be created by another stream type.
D. Coarse droplets absorb less heat per gallon (liter) than a solid stream does.

Answer 1

Broken-streams may have sufficient continuity to conduct electricity, which is crucial for safety in environments with electrical hazards. They can have a reach and penetration comparable to fog-streams and their heat absorption per gallon varies.

Step-by-step explanation:

The most accurate statement about broken streams is: B. Broken-streams may have sufficient continuity to conduct electricity. This is important in firefighting as broken streams can be used safely in areas where electrical equipment may be present, though care must still be taken. The other options are less accurate because a broken-stream can indeed have a reach and penetration comparable to a fog-stream depending on how it is broken up. The cooling effect of a stream depends on many factors, not just droplet size, so the absorption of heat per gallon can vary between different stream types and contexts.