A __ consists of a network of pipes, storage tanks, control valves and hydrants.

• A. Fire suppression system
• B. Water distribution system
• C. Distribution system
• D. Sewer system

Answer: (C)

The distribution system is the network that delivers water from sources to points of use, including pipes, storage tanks, control valves, and hydrants. This network forms the backbone of fire protection water supply, providing access to water for fire suppression and for general use. The term focuses on how water is moved and controlled through the system to reach sprinklers, standpipes, and hydrants. A fire suppression system refers to the equipment that uses water to fight fires, not the network that delivers it. A sewer system handles wastewater, not potable or fire-protection water. A water distribution system is a broader municipal term that includes all components delivering water to a area, but the description given specifically identifies the distribution network itself.