Question 418 Deck Safety

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If more than one raft is manned after the vessel has sunk, you should _______________.

A reduce the number of rafts by getting as many people as possible into as few rafts as possible
B tie the rafts together and try to stay in a single group
C spread out to increase the possibility of a search aircraft finding you
D go in a different direction in search of land
AI Explanation

The correct answer is B) tie the rafts together and try to stay in a single group. The reasoning behind this is that it is generally safer and more practical to remain together in a single group rather than splitting up into multiple rafts. Staying together makes it easier for rescue aircraft to locate the survivors and allows the group to share resources and support each other. Spreading out or going in different directions reduces the chances of being found and can put people at greater risk. Reducing the number of rafts is also not recommended, as it could lead to overcrowding and potentially unsafe conditions. The other options are not the best choices in this scenario. Option A would put people at risk by overcrowding the rafts. Option C reduces the chances of being found by rescue teams. Option D could lead to individuals becoming lost or separated from the group, which is generally not advised.

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