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Prince Edward Island Knowledge Test — Instruction Permit Practice Question

Knowledge test administered by Highway Safety Division for the Instruction Permit licence. 40 questions, 80% to pass.

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Emergency Situations

Using a fire extinguisher on a PEI vehicle fire:

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Correct Answer: B. PASS: Pull pin, Aim low, Squeeze handle, Sweep side-to-side at the fire base

Aiming at flames (not fuel base) wastes extinguishant; the base is the actual target.

Why the other answers are wrong

A.Spray wildlyWild spraying wastes the limited extinguisher charge.
C.Spray upwardAiming high misses the fire source.
D.Dip in water firstExtinguishers aren't water-refilled; designed for specific fire types.