Pennsylvania Hunter-Trapper Education Course Practice Exam

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Prepare for the PA Hunter-Trapper Education Course with this practice exam. Utilize flashcards and multiple-choice questions to master the material. Each item includes hints and explanations to ensure comprehension and readiness for your official test.

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What should you do if you fall into cold water while boating?

Attempt to swim to warm yourself up
Remove clothing to reduce weight
Stay as still as possible to conserve heat
Immediately exit the water to dry off

The correct answer is: Stay as still as possible to conserve heat

If you fall into cold water while boating, your immediate instinct may be to try to swim and warm yourself up, but this can actually lead to hypothermia. Removing clothing to reduce weight may seem like a smart idea, but this could actually decrease your chances of staying afloat and make it more difficult for rescuers to spot you. Immediately exiting the water to dry off is not recommended, as getting out of the water too quickly can lead to shock. It is important to stay as still as possible to conserve heat, and to signal for help as soon as possible.