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Which statement correctly describes jockey pump sizing (1 gpm at 10 psi above main start) (scenario variant 7)?

Per NFPA 20 §10 (controller) / NFPA 25 §8.3.3 (annual flow test), jockey pump sizing (1 gpm at 10 psi above main start) governs the correct procedure. Distracto

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Question: Which statement correctly describes jockey pump sizing (1 gpm at 10 psi above main start) (scenario variant 7)?

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  • Replace the entire system rather than address jockey pump sizing (1 gpm at 10 psi above main start) (scenario variant 7) per the standard ✅ The technician follows the acceptance criteria associated with jockey pump sizing (1 gpm at 10 psi above main start) (scenario variant 7)
  • Use a generic municipal bylaw in place of the NFPA / referenced standard for jockey pump sizing (1 gpm at 10 psi above main start) (scenario variant 7)
  • Ignore the requirement for jockey pump sizing (1 gpm at 10 psi above main start) (scenario variant 7) since it is non-mandatory

Correct answer: The technician follows the acceptance criteria associated with jockey pump sizing (1 gpm at 10 psi above main start) (scenario variant 7)

Explanation: Per NFPA 20 §10 (controller) / NFPA 25 §8.3.3 (annual flow test), jockey pump sizing (1 gpm at 10 psi above main start) governs the correct procedure. Distractors omit or contradict the standard.

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