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Making Wise Personal-Safety Decisions Answers

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It is not necessary to wear a lifejacket on a boat as long as there is one available.

A
T
B
F
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Which of the following is of the least importance for safety when planning a recreational outing?

A
the weather forecast at your house
B
the amount of water you plan to take
C
the equipment and clothing you pack
D
the weather conditions in the area of travel
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Which of the following steps is NOT helpful in preventing drowning?

A
Being able to swim 10 meters closer to the shore and then relax.
B
Straightening the legs, press arms down, and then inhale.
C
Raising arms, separating legs to lift the mouth above the water, and exhaling every 5 to 10 seconds.
D
Relaxing in the rest position.
4

Wilma is 4'8" tall and needs to get a glass from a top shelf of a cabinet so she can get something to drink. Which of the following is the safest choice for Wilma?

A
jumping to knock the glass into her hands
B
using a stool or a small ladder to reach the glass
C
grabbing a chair from the table and using it to reach the glass
D
climbing on the countertop so it will be easy to reach the glass
5

All houses are built according to safety standards, so it is not important to consider injury prevention while at home.

A
T
B
F
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When planning a water activity, it's best to include a friend or a group of friends rather than going alone, even if it's an easy activity.

A
T
B
F
7

Which of the following is NOT an environmental condition you need to consider when planning an outdoor activity?

A
amount of pollution
B
wildlife
C
weather conditions
D
solar energy
8

Recreational water illnesses can only be contracted in fresh water sources, not swimming pools.

A
T
B
F
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It is unimportant to take the weather into account when you are planning water activities.

A
T
B
F
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Which of the following could be a potential safety hazard of indoor recreation?

A
slippery rocks and loose gravel
B
flash floods
C
traveling without a compass, map, or GPS
D
a liquid spill on the floor that was not cleaned

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