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What is the minimum water depth for riding a PWC so it does not suck in plants and sediment?

  1. 30 cm (12 inches)
  2. 50 cm (20 inches)
  3. 2 m (6.5 feet)
  4. 76 cm (30 inches)
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Correct answer: 76 cm (30 inches)

Shallow water can damage the pump.

Source: Safe Boating Guide (TP 511E, 2026), Personal watercraft (PWC), page 42

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