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Which of the following conditions is classified as a 'Supervisory' signal rather than a 'Trouble' signal?

A 'Trouble' condition results from an open, short, or ground fault that interferes with the integrity of the circuit. A 'Supervisory' signal (e.g., closed valve

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Question: Which of the following conditions is classified as a 'Supervisory' signal rather than a 'Trouble' signal?

Answer options:

  • Open circuit on an IDP loop
  • Ground fault on a notification circuit ✅ Closing of a sprinkler water supply valve
  • Short circuit on a non-power limited line

Correct answer: Closing of a sprinkler water supply valve

Explanation: A 'Trouble' condition results from an open, short, or ground fault that interferes with the integrity of the circuit. A 'Supervisory' signal (e.g., closed valve) indicates a change in state of a monitored subsystem that is NOT an alarm.

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