Canadian Boating Exam Practice Quiz

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There are two types of lifebuoys. What are they?

The small vessel Lifebuoy and the SOLAS Lifebuoy
The inflatable and the non-inflatable Lifebuoy
The circular and the horseshoe Lifebuoy
The adult and the child Lifebuoy

The correct answer is: The small vessel Lifebuoy and the SOLAS Lifebuoy

Lifebuoys can be broadly classified into two types the small vessel Lifebuoy and the SOLAS Lifebuoy. However, the other choices mentioned in B, C, and D are specific types of lifebuoys. B. Inflatable and non-inflatable lifebuoys are subtypes of small vessel lifebuoys which differ in terms of their material. C. The circular and horseshoe lifebuoys are types of SOLAS lifebuoys which are approved by the International Maritime Organization as per the Safety of Life at Sea Convention. D. The adult and child lifebuoys are specific types that are designed keeping in mind the age and weight of the user. Hence, these choices are incorrect as they do not encompass all types of lifebuoys.