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Before you goQuestion 239 of 566

You are on the water and the sky turns dark and cloudy. Conditions change fast. What should you do?

  1. Go farther from shore.
  2. Go to shore.
  3. Anchor in open water.
  4. Increase speed and continue your trip.
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Correct answer: Go to shore.

A fast change to dark, cloudy weather means a storm may come. Get to shore.

Source: Safe Boating Guide (TP 511E, 2026), Monitor the weather, page 33

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026