SDI Open Water Scuba Diver Practice Exam

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If you become separated from your buddy, search for them no more than _____ then surface.

Thirty seconds.
One minute.
Two minutes.
Five minutes.

The correct answer is: One minute.

In scuba diving, maintaining a buddy system is crucial for safety, and knowing the appropriate time to search for a lost buddy is essential. The recommended maximum time to search for your buddy is one minute. This guideline is in place to minimize the risk of becoming more disoriented or lost yourself. When divers get separated underwater, a quick search allows for the possibility of reuniting without extending the dive unnecessarily. However, if the search is prolonged beyond one minute, divers should prioritize their own safety and surface to regroup on the surface, where communication is clearer. Surfacing after a brief search aligns with the principle of "don’t become a victim," emphasizing that while buddy separation should be addressed promptly, diver safety is paramount. This time frame balances the urgency of finding a buddy with the need to ensure that the diver themselves does not become lost or disoriented in the process.