Texas Hunter Education Certification Practice Exam

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What action should you take if you fall into cold water while hunting from a boat?

Immediately remove clothing to reduce weight
Try to re-enter your boat
Swim to shore as quickly as possible
Keep your clothing on to trap body heat

The correct answer is: Keep your clothing on to trap body heat

Keeping your clothing on to trap body heat is essential when you fall into cold water. Wet clothing, while it may seem like a hindrance, can actually provide insulation and help retain some body heat, minimizing the risk of hypothermia. When a person falls into cold water, losing body heat becomes a critical concern. The trapped air in your clothing can offer some buoyancy and help slow down the cooling process. In contrast, removing clothing may initially seem beneficial for reducing weight, but it can exacerbate heat loss. Swimming to shore as quickly as possible might increase the risk of rapid heat loss and exhaustion, leading to a dangerous situation. Trying to re-enter the boat may be a valid option depending on the circumstances, but maintaining warmth should be prioritized first.