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In a two-stage fire alarm system, what is the required pulse rate for the 'Alert' signal?

The Alert signal (1st stage of a 2-stage system) uses a 1-pulse-per-second (20 bpm) rate, whereas Evacuation (2nd stage) uses the Temporal Pattern.

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Question: In a two-stage fire alarm system, what is the required pulse rate for the 'Alert' signal?

Answer options:

  • 3 pulses followed by a 1.5s pause
  • Constant steady ringing
  • Short tones at 120 beats per minute ✅ 1 pulse per second (20 bpm)

Correct answer: 1 pulse per second (20 bpm)

Explanation: The Alert signal (1st stage of a 2-stage system) uses a 1-pulse-per-second (20 bpm) rate, whereas Evacuation (2nd stage) uses the Temporal Pattern.

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