Question

A smoke detector should NOT be installed near a window because

• A. Outside fumes may trigger a false alarm.
• B. A draft may create dead-air space.
• C. A draft may pull smoke away from the detector.
• D. Outside noises may muffle the sound of the detector.
• E.

Hint:

Placement of smoke detectors should avoid any areas where external air movements could interfere with smoke detection.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Analyzing the Problem.
The passage explicitly warns against installing smoke detectors near windows or exterior doors because drafts in these areas could direct smoke away from the detector, preventing it from detecting smoke effectively.