Question

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teak surfing is strongly discouraged in the state of florida, what is one of the main safety concerns involving this activity?
a excess fuel expenditure
b carbon monoxide exposure
c vessel swamping
d damage to underwater vegetation

Explanation:

Teak surfing involves people hanging onto the outside of a moving boat. Boats' engines emit carbon monoxide. When people are close to the water level (as in teak surfing), carbon monoxide can accumulate in that area. Inhaling carbon monoxide is dangerous as it can cause poisoning (carbon monoxide binds to hemoglobin in the blood more readily than oxygen, preventing oxygen transport in the body). Excess fuel expenditure (A) is more of an economic concern, not a direct safety hazard. Vessel swamping (C) is about water entering and sinking a boat, which isn't the main issue with teak surfing. Damage to underwater vegetation (D) is an environmental concern, not a primary safety one for the people teak - surfing.

Answer:

B. Carbon monoxide exposure