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Maximum allowable concentration of CO2 in air for safe working is _____________ ppm (parts per million)?

Correct answer: D. 5000

  • A. 50
  • B. 1000
  • C. 2000
  • D. 5000

Explanation

The commonly used maximum allowable workplace concentration for carbon dioxide is 5000 ppm, or 0.5% by volume, for an eight-hour exposure. Concentrations near 1000 ppm are mainly used as an indoor-air-quality guideline rather than the occupational limit.

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