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Question:

Which of these types of fire should you not attempt to extinguish with water?

1. Wood

2. Electrical

3. Tire

4. Paper

Answer: Electrical

Explanation
Never attempt to extinguish an electrical fire with water. If a stream of water is in simultaneous contact with the fire and an extinguisher/bucket that you are holding, you could receive a fatal shock.
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