Question 7 of 30
After abandoning ship, survivors inside a survival craft must be given:
A
Water and food immediately on boarding
B
No fresh water for the first 24 hours (unless injured)
C
Double water rations to handle panic
D
Seawater to preserve fresh water
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option B: No fresh water for the first 24 hours (unless injured).
To prevent dehydration, initial rationing protocols often restrict fresh water intake during the first 24 hours unless the survivor is suffering from severe heat or injury, as the body's metabolic demand is lower.