Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) — Question 41

At a temperature of 0°F (-18° C) the heat loss from an elevated steel tank with a capacity of 100,000 gal (378 M3) is equal to:

Answer options

• A. 352 Btu/hr (103 W)
• B. 367 Btu/hr (108 W)
• C. 423 Btu/hr (124 W)
• D. 480 Btu/hr (141 W)

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as it accurately reflects the expected heat loss for a steel tank at the specified temperature. Options A, B, and D do not match the heat loss calculations for this scenario, making them incorrect.