Canadian Boating Exam Practice Quiz

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What should you do if your boat engine stops during a storm?

Turn the boat towards land
Continue drifting
Drop your anchor from the bow
Signal for help immediately

The correct answer is: Drop your anchor from the bow

When your boat engine stops during a storm, you should drop your anchor from the bow. This is the safest option because it will prevent your boat from drifting and potentially causing damage to other boats or objects. Turning towards land or continuing to drift can be dangerous in a storm, as the rough conditions could cause you to lose control of the boat. Signaling for help immediately may also put you and potentially others at risk in the stormy conditions. Dropping your anchor allows you to safely wait for the storm to pass or for help to arrive.