PST Exit Exam • Set 2 Question 26 of 30
How much faster does the human body lose heat in the water?
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Direct Answer
Option B: 26
The human body loses heat approximately 26 times faster in water than in air of the same temperature, making cold water exposure a life-threatening emergency.
All Options
A
10
B
26
(Correct Answer)
C
20
D
36
Detailed Explanation & Context
The human body loses heat approximately 26 times faster in water than in air of the same temperature, making cold water exposure a life-threatening emergency.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Personal Survival Techniques (PST).
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