Question 12 of 30
What is placed on the underside of an inflatable liferaft to help prevent it from being skidded by the wind or overturned?
A
A) Ballast bags
B
B) A keel
C
C) Strikes
D
D) Sea anchor
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option A: A) Ballast bags.
Ballast bags are water-filled pockets attached to the bottom of the liferaft. These bags act as a counterweight to provide stability, which significantly reduces the risk of the raft capsizing or skidding in strong winds.