Question

question 50
a passenger on a small boat falls overboard. how should this person be pulled back onto the boat?
a over the side into the operators lap
b over the side just forward of the steering station
c over the stern with the engine turned off
d over the stern with the engine idling in neutral

Explanation:

Pulling a person over the stern (rear) with the engine off is safest to avoid propeller - related injuries and to have better control during the rescue. Pulling over the side into the operator's lap or near the steering station can be unstable and dangerous, and having the engine idling in neutral can still pose a risk if the boat moves unexpectedly.

Answer:

C. over the stern with the engine turned off