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Sprinkler Use and Efficiency Data

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Infographic: Fire Sprinklers Use and Efficiency

This infographic shares information from the National Fire Protections Association's (NFPA) report, "US Experience with Sprinklers" in a student-friendly format.

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Analyze and Interpret Data: Fire Sprinkler Use and Efficiency

This activity provides opportunity for students to analyze and interpret the data presented in the Sprinkler Use and Efficiency infographic.

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Analyze fire sprinkler data to draw conclusions about how fire sprinklers are used and whether they are an effective tool to control fires.

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