PADI Exercise 3-6 Flashcards
My buddy and I are assessing conditions for a shore dive. The waves are breaking when they are about 1 meter/3 feet tall. About how deep is the water where they break?
(b) 1 metre/3 feet
Diving in moderate to large surf requires special training. Diving in large and rough surf can be hazardous. True or False?
True
My buddy and I experience mild surge after entering the water. We may be able to adjust for this by diving ____
(b) deeper
While assessing conditions, my buddy and I note that there are waves approaching shore from an angle. Our dive plan should account for having ___
(a) a current that moves us parallel to shore
By accident, I find my self in a strong current rushing rapidly away from shore. Generally, I should inflate my BCD and swim ____
(c) parallel to shore
The wind has been blowing from shore for several days. During a dive, it is likely I will find _____ water
(a) cooler, clearer water
Tides affect conditions related to diving including (choose all that apply):
(a) currents, (b) depth, (c) visibility
While entering through mild surf, as a wave approaches I should stand _____
(d) sideways to it