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Exam Code/Number: CFPE
Exam Name/Title: Certified Fire Plan Examiner (CFPE)Exam
Certification Provider: NFPA
Corresponding Certification: Fire Plan Examiner

Exam Questions: 100
Updated On: May 29, 2026

Question #41

Exhibit.

A code is generally considered as a document on what must be done, whereas a standard describes

A. the goals and objectives ofa requirement

B. in specific detail how it is to be done

C. in less specificity what is required.

D. the enforcing agencies requirements

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Correct Answer: B Vote an answer

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Question #42

Which one of the following is a valid condition that would permit a person to appeal a decision of an authority having jurisdiction'?

A. The provisions of the code do not fully apply

B. The authority having jurisdiction has a personal interest in the decision

C. The authority having jurisdiction did not follow established procedures

D. The decision causes a financial hardship

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Correct Answer: C Vote an answer

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Question #43

What is the permitted fire flow reduction for two buildings on the same lot with a separation of 40 ft (12 m)?

A. 25 percent

B. 40 percent

C. 50 percent

D. 33 percent

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Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

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Question #44

What is the maximum travel distance to anexit that is permitted in a sprinklered movie theater'?

A. 200 ft (61m)

B. 100 ft (30 m)

C. 150 ft (46 m)

D. 250 ft (76 m)

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Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

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Question #45

Actuation of alarm notification appliances at the protected premises shall occur within how many seconds after the activation of an initiating device?

A. 10 seconds

B. 30 seconds

C. 60 seconds

D. 90 seconds

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Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

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Question #46

Fire alarm indicating appliances shall be located a minimum of how many inches below finished ceilings?

A. 6 in. (150 mm)

B. 10 in (254 mm)

C. 4 in (102 mm)

D. 3 in (203 mm)

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Correct Answer: C Vote an answer

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Question #47

What is the occupant load for a high school computer lab with an area of 682 ft2 (63 m2) net? Calculator

A. 19 occupants

B. 45 occupants

C. 13 occupants

D. 34 occupants

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Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

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Question #48

What is the maximum common path of travel permitted in a sprinklered educational occupancy?

A. 100 ft (30 m)

B. 20 ft (6 m)

C. 75 ft (23 m)

D. 200 ft (61 m)

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Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

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Question #49

The material in annex A of NFPA codes and standards is considered

A. mandatory

B. recommended

C. approved

D. explanatory

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Correct Answer: D Vote an answer

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Question #50

When does a new model code take effect within a jurisdiction?

A. When it is published by the code-making body

B. When it is approved by the voting members of the code-making body

C. When it is adopted into law by a jurisdiction

D. When it is voted into law by the people of a jurisdiction

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Correct Answer: C Vote an answer

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