Question

question 18 of 20
which of the following is not a safety guideline for swimming?

a. always wear flippers and a mask.

b. be aware of the threat of hypothermia in cold water or weather.

c. never go swimming alone.

d. walk or wade into open or unknown bodies of water, as opposed to jumping or diving.

Explanation:

• Option B: Being aware of hypothermia in cold water/weather is a valid swimming safety guideline as cold water can cause hypothermia.
• Option C: Never swimming alone is a fundamental safety rule to avoid accidents with no help available.
• Option D: Walking/wading into unknown/open water instead of jumping/diving is safe as it helps assess depth and hazards.
• Option A: Flippers and a mask are not necessary safety gear for general swimming (they are more for activities like snorkeling/scuba), so "always wear flippers and a mask" is not a standard swimming safety guideline.

Answer:

A. Always wear flippers and a mask.