ALC 4, Guías de estudio, Notas de estudios & Resúmenes

one difference between an _______ decision and an _______ one is that accepted rules or standard practices are not clearly applicable, and the decision maker must weigh values and diverging perspectives in a situation which is not quite the same as he/she has faced previously - correct answer ordinary; ethical businesses must earn a _______ to survive - correct answer profit business must balance their desires for _______ against the needs and desires of _______; maintaining this balance o...

1. Ground reservoirs are man-made impoundments that have the same characteristics of a pond or small lake. They are most commonly found at: - correct answer All of the above Pump piping on fire apparatus must be able to withstand hydrostatic test pressures of: - correct answer 500 psi NFPA 1901 brake test requires that new fire apparatus be brought to a complete stop from a speed of 20 mph in a distance not to exceed: - correct answer 35 ft All fire apparatus with a rated pump capacity ...

You should never proceed in the opposite direction of a on-ramp unless what? - correct answer The road is closed and blocked by police When loading hose in a forward motion what speed should you never exceed? - correct answer 5MPH What is 1 of the 4 driving exercises performed in drivers training - correct answer Diminishing clearance Hydrants pre-piped with a floating strainer are called - correct answer Dry Hydrant The 1st digit method or squaring the lines is used to - correct ans...

D - correct answer Ground reservoirs are man-made impoundments that have the same characteristics of a pond or small lake. They are most commonly found at: A. Commercial properties B. Industrial properties C. Municipal water treatment facilities D. All of the above C - correct answer Pump piping on fire apparatus must be able to withstand hydrostatic test pressures of: A. 100 psi B. 250 psi C. 500 psi D. 750 psi B - correct answer NFPA 1901 brake test requires that new fire app...

Intake hose is common in 10ft. to ___ lengths? - correct answer 100 ft. What can result in the clutch not releasing completely causing harsh shifting, gear clashing, and damage to gear teeth? - correct answer Excessive free play - correct answer Reaction distance - correct answer Braking distance - correct answer Top Heavy - correct answer Facing forward (away from you) Master stream fog nozzles are operated at? - correct answer For apparatus equipped with an _________ ...

____________reduces the possibility of an apparatus going into a slide, jackknife, or spin during heavy braking - correct answer ABS Railroad companies advise that vehicles be kept at least __________ from tracks. - correct answer 25 feet(7.5m) What should D/O check in regards to tires on apparatus? - correct answer -Check the tire type, condition, and inflation. Ensure not a mix of radial and bias-ply tires. -Too much or too little tire pressure will damage tires, cause poor road handlin...

In a wild fire attack the position of the apparatus is what? - correct answer the anchor When does brake fade occur? - correct answer when the brakes overheat from excessive use What area is between wild-land and rural area? - correct answer Wild land urban interface Older vehicles may be equipped with what type of braking system? - correct answer Hydraulic braking system If the operator on an aerial has the DCDL locked and hears tires scrubbing what should he do? - correct answer No...

The consideration clause in an accident and health policy states the - correct answer applicant pays the initial premium Which of the following reports may include information obtained by a telephone call to the proposed insured? - correct answer Inspection report Health insurance policies are offered on a "take it or leave it" basis and referred to as - correct answer Contracts of Adhesion The insurance policy clause that identifies the contracting parties and defines the scope and l...

What type of annuity provides a pre-determined income amount for life? - correct answer Fixed Life annuity A life insurance policy which matures at the termination of a specified period other than age 100 is an - correct answer Endowment A type of life insurance policy that a person may purchase to make sure that a debt or loan will be paid off in case of their premature death. - correct answer Mortgage redemption insurance A whole life policy owner's cash value savings value will equa...

Insurance - correct answer - Transfers the risk of loss from an individual to an insurer - Based on the principle of indemnity - Based on the spreading of risk (risk pooling ) and the law of large Insurable Interest - correct answer - Must exist at the time of application - Insuring one's own life, family member, or a business partner Elements of a Legal Contract - correct answer - Agreement: offer and acceptance - Consideration: premiums and representations on the part of the insured...