NFPA CWBSP Exam - Topic 1 Question 22 Discussion

Actual exam question for NFPA's CWBSP exam

Question #: 22
Topic #: 1

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What is the minimum temperature rating of ceiling sprinklers in roll paper stored at 15 ft. (4.6 m) or less?

A100F (38C)

B135F (57C)

C150F (66)

D175F (79)

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Suggested Answer: C

The minimum temperature rating for ceiling sprinklers in roll paper storage areas that are 15 ft or less in height is typically 150F (66C). This rating is selected to provide a buffer between the ambient temperature conditions and the activation temperature of the sprinklers, preventing accidental activation.

by Bulah at Nov 23, 2025, 03:59 PM

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Elza

3 months ago

I feel B) 135F is the best choice. Matches guidelines.

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Raina

3 months ago

I chose A) 100F. Seems too low for paper storage.

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Kanisha

3 months ago

I’m leaning towards C) 150F. Better safe than sorry!

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Lorenza

3 months ago

I agree, B) 135F feels right. Not too high.

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Margurite

4 months ago

I think it's B) 135F. Seems reasonable for paper.

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Emilio

4 months ago

Nope, definitely 135F, that's the standard.

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Ashlyn

4 months ago

Surprised it's not 175F, seems low for paper storage!

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Kanisha

5 months ago

I thought it was higher, like 150F?

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Walton

5 months ago

Haha, the answer is obviously B) 135F (57C). Anything higher and the sprinklers would just melt the paper instead of putting out the fire!

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Dorothy

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm going to go with A) 100F (38C). Wouldn't want the sprinklers to go off every time someone lights a match nearby.

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Van

5 months ago

D) 175F (79C) seems a bit high, but hey, better safe than sorry when it comes to fire safety, right?

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Rosita

5 months ago

B) 135F (57C) seems like the correct answer for sprinklers in roll paper storage.

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Angelyn

5 months ago

I believe the answer is 100F, but I might be mixing it up with another type of storage.

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Anastacia

6 months ago

I'm a bit confused about the temperature ratings; I thought it was 175F, but now I'm second-guessing myself.

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Quentin

6 months ago

I remember practicing a question like this, and I feel like 150F was mentioned as a common rating for similar setups.

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Ollie

6 months ago

I think the minimum temperature for ceiling sprinklers in that scenario is around 135F, but I'm not entirely sure.

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Rolland

6 months ago

I'm a little lost on this one. The storage height is given, but I'm not sure how that impacts the temperature rating. Maybe I should try to recall some fire safety basics.

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Carmen

6 months ago

I got this! Rolled paper has a lower ignition point, so the sprinklers need to be rated for a higher temperature. I'm going with C) 150F.

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India

6 months ago

Okay, let me see. Rolled paper is a pretty common storage material, so I bet the code has specific requirements for that. I'll try to eliminate the options that don't seem to fit.

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