Question 15 of 30
On most makes of inflatable life rafts, the batteries to operate the light on the inside of rafts can be made to last longer by
A
A) unscrewing the bulb during daylight
B
B) operating the switch for the light
C
C) taking no action as there is no way of preserving power
D
D) taking no action as they shut off automatically in daylight
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option B: B) operating the switch for the light.
Operating the switch for the light allows the survivors to conserve the battery life. Keeping it off during the day or when visibility is not needed is the standard practice to ensure the light remains functional for nighttime signaling.