Canadian Boating Exam Practice Quiz

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How often should you shake a fire extinguisher to prevent clumping of chemicals?

Weekly
Monthly
Bi-monthly
Yearly

The correct answer is: Monthly

Shaking a fire extinguisher periodically is important to prevent the chemicals from clumping together, which could render it ineffective during an emergency. Choosing option B, monthly, would be the most effective time frame in order to ensure that the chemicals are well-mixed and ready for use. The other options, such as weekly or bi-monthly, may be too frequent and could damage the fire extinguisher, while yearly may not be frequent enough to prevent clumping. Therefore, option B would provide the right balance for maintaining the effectiveness of your fire extinguisher without causing unnecessary wear and tear.