Why do volunteer firefighters receive the same requirements and training and guidelines as paid firefighters? Choose all that apply.

Volunteer firefighters respond to the same emergencies and may need to perform the same tasks as paid firefighters to protect lives and property, so they need comparable preparation. They also share the commitment and desire to serve and protect their communities. Not being able to dedicate themselves entirely to training does not explain why requirements are the same, and the claim about certification in some states does not support the reason asked for.

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