Which among the following factors increases the intensity of fire?

Fuel supply is increased

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Fuel supply is decreased

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Oxygen supply is increased

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Oxygen supply is decreased

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Solution

The correct options are
A Fuel supply is increased
C Oxygen supply is increased
Fire is caused due to the combustion of a substance. Factors that support combustion are:
- Presence of a combustible substance or fuel
- Supply of oxygen
- High ignition temperature
By increasing the supply of any one of the above factors, the intensity of the fire will increase.

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