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Emergencies and cold waterQuestion 400 of 566

What does the H.E.L.P. position do?

  1. It helps you swim faster.
  2. It helps you keep body heat.
  3. It helps you reach the boat sooner.
  4. It signals rescuers.
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Correct answer: It helps you keep body heat.

You cross your arms on your chest and pull up your knees to lose less heat.

Source: Safe Boating Guide (TP 511E, 2026), You may survive longer in cold water if you, page 54

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026