Which of the following is another name for the cartridge filter respirator?

• A. gas mask
• B. N95 respirator
• C. full-face respirator
• D. dust mask

Answer: (D)

In many auto body contexts, the term you’ll hear for a cartridge-filter respirator, which uses replaceable filters to remove dust and other airborne contaminants, is dust mask. This naming shows up because dust mask is the most common, everyday label for protection against dust during sanding and grinding, even though cartridge-filter respirators can offer more specialized filtration. The other options imply different designs or protections: a gas mask is typically for gases and vapors and often has a full-face design; an N95 respirator refers to a specific filtration rating for particulates and isn’t necessarily cartridge-based; a full-face respirator is a distinct type that covers the entire face and uses cartridges as part of a more substantial assembly. So, in terms of the common name used for this type of equipment in everyday shop language, dust mask is the best fit.