The purpose for the bag or box on top of some survival craft is to __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — right the craft in case of capsizing
Inflatable canopy bags or righting bags mounted atop totally enclosed lifeboats contain self-righting mechanisms. According to 46 CFR and SOLAS standards, these buoyancy bags automatically deploy or are manually activated to shift the center of gravity, righting the craft if it capsizes.
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