One of your crew members falls overboard from the starboard side. You should IMMEDIATELY __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — throw the crew member a life preserver
Immediate deployment of lifebuoys or personal flotation devices toward the person in the water provides immediate buoyancy, marks the location visually, and offers psychological reassurance.
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