Practice question
Why is sudden throttle release dangerous when operating a Personal Watercraft (PWC / Moto de Agua) to avoid an obstacle?
- Releasing the throttle activates an emergency reverse brake that flips the craft forward
- The engine will instantly flood with seawater through the exhaust manifold
- Jet propulsion steering relies on the thrust nozzle; releasing the throttle eliminates steering capability
- The craft will immediately lose all hull buoyancy and submerge
Answer: C — Jet propulsion steering relies on the thrust nozzle; releasing the throttle eliminates steering capability
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