PADI Exercise 3-6 Flashcards

1
Q

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?

A

(b) 1 metre/3 feet

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2
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Diving in moderate to large surf requires special training. Diving in large and rough surf can be hazardous. True or False?

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True

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3
Q

My buddy and I experience mild surge after entering the water. We may be able to adjust for this by diving ____

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(b) deeper

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4
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While assessing conditions, my buddy and I note that there are waves approaching shore from an angle. Our dive plan should account for having ___

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(a) a current that moves us parallel to shore

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5
Q

By accident, I find my self in a strong current rushing rapidly away from shore. Generally, I should inflate my BCD and swim ____

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(c) parallel to shore

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6
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The wind has been blowing from shore for several days. During a dive, it is likely I will find _____ water

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(a) cooler, clearer water

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7
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Tides affect conditions related to diving including (choose all that apply):

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(a) currents, (b) depth, (c) visibility

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8
Q

While entering through mild surf, as a wave approaches I should stand _____

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(d) sideways to it

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