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You are in the process of righting an inflatable liferaft that has inflated in an upside down position. Which statement is TRUE?

AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) Swim out from under the raft in a face up position to keep your life preservers clear of the raft. This is the correct answer because when righting an inflated liferaft that is upside down, you want to position yourself in a way that keeps your life preservers clear of the raft as it flips over. Swimming out in a face-up position allows you to maintain visibility and control as the raft rights itself, preventing your life preservers from becoming entangled or fouled. The other options are incorrect because: A) Diving down under the raft could put your life preservers at risk of becoming caught; B) You should not rely on being thrown clear, as that could be unsafe; and D) Removing your life preservers would be extremely dangerous and is not recommended.

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