Question 421 Deck Safety

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If you are forced to abandon ship in a lifeboat, you should _______________.

A head for the nearest land
B remain in the immediate vicinity
C head for the closest sea-lanes
D vote on what to do, so all hands will have a part in the decision
AI Explanation

The correct answer is B) remain in the immediate vicinity. When forced to abandon ship and board a lifeboat, the proper procedure is to remain in the immediate vicinity of the sinking vessel. This allows the Coast Guard and other rescue vessels to more easily locate and retrieve the lifeboat and its occupants. Heading for land, the closest sea-lanes, or trying to democratically decide the course of action are not the recommended procedures. The lifeboat should stay put so that the rescue effort can be coordinated and executed efficiently.

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