Question 1365Deck Safety70% to pass
If you must land on a beach with an oar-propelled lifeboat through a heavy surf, the recommended method is to _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) keep the bow into the seas with the sea anchor out over the bow, and row to meet the breaking waves.
This method is recommended because it helps maintain control and stability of the lifeboat as it approaches the beach through heavy surf. By keeping the bow into the seas and using the sea anchor to provide resistance, the lifeboat can more easily meet and ride over the breaking waves, rather than being broadsided or swept sideways. The other options, such as heading directly into the beach or riding a large breaker, could result in the lifeboat capsizing or broaching in the heavy surf conditions.
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