Question

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what is the purpose of having a safety lanyard on a personal watercraft (pwc)?
a to keep the operator from falling overboard
b to keep a throwable pfd from falling overboard
c to stop the engine if the operator falls overboard
d to stop the operator from losing his/her keys
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Explanation:

A safety lanyard on a PWC is connected to the operator. When the operator falls overboard, the lanyard pulls taut and disconnects, which stops the engine. This prevents the PWC from continuing to move without an operator (which could be dangerous as it might hit swimmers or objects). Option A is incorrect as the lanyard doesn't prevent falling (it's a safety feature after falling). Option B is wrong as it's not related to a throwable PFD. Option D is incorrect as it's not about keys.

Answer:

C. To stop the engine if the operator falls overboard