Water Safety Basics: Stay Safe in and Around Water

Question 1

When swimming in a pool, it's important to follow the rules. Which of these is NOT a pool rule?

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Wear your favorite swimsuit

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No diving in shallow water

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No running around the pool

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Swim with a buddy

Question 2

If you see someone in a pool who is not moving or making noise, it could be a sign that they are drowning. Which of these is a sign of a drowning person?

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Silent and motionless

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Bobbing head above water

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Waving arms frantically

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Loudly calling for help

Question 3

Public pools often have features to help keep swimmers safe. Which of these is NOT a common water safety feature at a public pool?

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Diving boards

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Lifeguards

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Fences

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Signs

Question 4

You notice someone having a seizure near the pool. What should you do first?

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Call for help

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Pull them out of the pool

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Try to stop their shaking

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Give them water

Question 5

If you spot someone drowning, the most appropriate action is to:

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Call for help and follow any emergency instructions

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Immediately jump in and rescue them

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Toss them a flotation device and stay nearby

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Wait for an adult to take charge

Question 6

When in water, symptoms like shivering, loss of coordination, and slurred speech indicate:

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Hypothermia from being in cold water too long

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Sunburn caused by prolonged sun exposure

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Muscle cramps due to dehydration

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Dizziness from not eating enough

Question 7

When boating, wearing a life jacket is crucial because it:

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Both keeps you afloat and makes you visible

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Keeps you afloat if you fall overboard

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Protects you from the cold water

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Makes you more visible to other boats

Question 8

For beginners, the safest water depth to swim in is:

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Up to their waist

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Up to their chest

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Up to their shoulders

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Up to their head

Question 9

When entering a pool, the safest way is to:

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Walk down the steps

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Jump in feet first

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Slide in head first

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Dive in from the side

Question 10

If caught in a rip current, the safest action is to:

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Float with the current and swim parallel to shore

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Swim directly against the current

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Call for help

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Use a flotation device if available

Question 11

When boating, what safety measures are essential for boaters' safety?

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Wearing a life jacket, checking the weather forecast, and maintaining the boat.

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Staying close to the shore and using a whistle.

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Using a boat horn and having a lookout.

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Following designated swimming areas and avoiding boating alone.

Question 12

When someone is in water and starts to get hypothermia, what is the first sign they will show?

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Shivering

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Confusion

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Dizziness

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Loss of Consciousness

Question 13

What is 'dry drowning' and how does it differ from traditional drowning?

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Dry drowning happens when a person inhales water but does not choke on it.

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Dry drowning occurs when water enters the lungs, causing immediate death.

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Dry drowning is more prevalent than traditional drowning.

Question 14

If the water's too deep for you, what should you do before getting in?

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Check the water depth first

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Slide in feet first

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Jump in head first

Question 15

True or False: It's okay to swim alone in a pool.

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False

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True

Question 16

When giving CPR to a drowning victim, what's the first thing to do?

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Check for breathing

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Start chest compressions

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Give rescue breaths

Question 17

When using the 'reach, throw, don't go' method for water rescue, what should you do first?

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Use a long object to reach the person.

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Swim out to the person.

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Call for help.

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Use a nearby boat or paddleboard.

Question 18

Which of these is NOT a pool rule?

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Use the toilet before getting in the pool

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Don't run around the pool

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Dive only in areas marked for diving

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Always swim with a friend

Question 19

What is the first thing you should do if you see someone drowning?

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Call 911 right away

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Jump in and try to save them yourself

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Throw them a life preserver

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Wait for help to arrive

Question 20

What is the safest way to get into a pool?

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Walk down the steps

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Jump in headfirst

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Dive in feet first

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Slide down the pool ladder

Question 21

Why is it important to use the buddy system when swimming?

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To keep an eye on each other for safety

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To race each other and have fun

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To help each other learn new swimming strokes

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To gossip and socialize

Question 22

What is the best time of day to swim outdoors?

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Early morning

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Noon

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Afternoon

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Night

Question 23

What is the most common cause of drowning in children?

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Lack of supervision

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Falling into a pool

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Boating accidents

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River currents

Question 24

Where is the safest place to swim?

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In a designated swimming area

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In a river with a strong current

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In a lake with deep water

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In the ocean during a storm

Question 25

For calm waters like lakes and pools, which type of life jacket provides the most buoyancy?

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Type I

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Type II

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Type III

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Type IV

Question 26

Which of these is NOT a sign that someone may be drowning?

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Diving into shallow water

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Difficulty breathing

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Confusion and disorientation

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Trapped underwater

Question 27

What are the legal duties of boat operators and how do they affect water safety?

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Boat operators must ensure passenger safety and obey all rules.

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Boat operators are only responsible for their own safety.

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Boat operators have no legal responsibilities while boating.

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Boat operators are only responsible for children under 18.

Question 28

What is the most important thing to do if you see someone struggling in the water?

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Call for help from a lifeguard or adult

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Dive in and rescue them yourself

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Throw them a flotation device

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Distract them with jokes to calm them down

Question 29

What is the main reason to wear a life jacket?

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To keep people afloat in water

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To keep people warm in cold water

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To prevent water from entering the lungs

Question 30

What should you do if you get caught in a rip current?

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Swim parallel to the shore until you escape the current

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Swim directly back to shore

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Float on your back and wait for rescue

Question 31

What is a safe diving practice?

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Checking the water depth before diving

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Holding your nose while diving

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Diving from a height that is too high

Question 32

When you see someone having a seizure in the water, what should you do first?

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Stay calm, watch from a safe distance, and call for help if needed.

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Pull the person out of the water and call for help.

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Hold the person down to keep them from moving.

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Swim away from the person to avoid getting hurt.

Question 33

When using the 'Reach, Throw, Don't Go' water rescue method, which action should you NOT take?

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Enter the water to rescue the person

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Extend an object towards the person in distress

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Toss a life jacket or flotation device to the person

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Call for assistance while performing the other steps

Question 34

Which of the following pool rules is designed to prevent injury from diving accidents?

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Do not dive into shallow water or if the water depth is unknown.

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Use the buddy system while swimming.

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Cover the pool when not in use.

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Keep the pool area clean.

Question 35

What is the most common cause of drowning?

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Lack of supervision.

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Physical exhaustion.

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Alcohol consumption.

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Inexperience.

Question 36

What is the first step to take when responding to a drowning emergency?

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Call for help immediately.

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Administer CPR if necessary.

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Attempt a rescue only if you have proper training.

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Wait for emergency services to arrive.

Question 37

What should you do if caught in a rip current while swimming in the ocean?

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Swim parallel to the shore rather than against the current.

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Tread water in place until help arrives.

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Panic and scream for help.

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Swim towards the shore directly.

Question 38

Which type of life jacket is recommended for a young child who is learning to swim?

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Type III

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Type IV

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Type II

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Type I

Question 39

What is the primary purpose of the buddy system when swimming?

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To provide safety and support during swimming.

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To reduce water resistance.

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To entertain each other.

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To increase swimming speed.

Question 40

What is the proper response to a muscle cramp while swimming?

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Stop swimming and gently stretch the affected muscle.

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Swim to the shore immediately.

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Massage the muscle vigorously.

Question 41

Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to cool down after swimming?

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Drinking alcohol.

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Taking a cool shower.

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Sitting in the shade.

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Applying a cold compress.

Question 42

Which of the following is NOT a primary pool rule?

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Running on the pool deck

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No diving in shallow water

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Wear appropriate swimsuits

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Stay within designated swim areas

Question 43

What is the first step to take if you see someone struggling in the water?

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Call for help (911)

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Wait for assistance to arrive

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Jump in to rescue them immediately

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Throw a flotation device to them

Question 44

What is the appropriate way to enter a pool?

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Use the steps or ladder

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Dive headfirst

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Slide in from the side

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Jump in from the edge

Question 45

Which of the following is NOT a pool rule?

Accepted Answer

Running around the pool

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Stay within designated areas

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Wear appropriate swimwear

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Avoid diving into shallow water

Question 46

In case of an emergency, who should you call first?

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911

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Police

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Lifeguard

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Fire department

Question 47

What should you do if you experience a muscle cramp while swimming?

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Rest and stretch the muscle

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Keep swimming and ignore it

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Panic and call for help

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Tread water and wait for assistance

Question 48

What is the "buddy system" in water safety?

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Always swimming with a partner

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Knowing how to swim

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Only swimming in supervised areas

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Wearing a life jacket

Question 49

Which of the following is a sign of drowning?

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Flailing arms and calling for help

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Floating on their back

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Treading water easily

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Swimming quickly and smoothly

Question 50

What should you do if a friend is unresponsive in the water?

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Call 911 and perform CPR

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Leave them and get help

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Wait for someone else to help

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Try to tow them to shore