If you are forced to abandon ship in a rescue boat, you should __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — remain in the immediate vicinity
Rescue boats must remain in the immediate vicinity of the stricken vessel or abandonment site. SAR aircraft and surface units search the last known position first; straying away severely diminishes rescue probability.
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