You are in a ship in deep water offshore from a large island.There is a heavy swell from the northeast and the island is to the southwest of you when the ship capsizes.Based on the wave direction,what should you do?
A)Just float,the waves will drive you to shore since the waves are moving toward the island.
B)Swim like crazy; the waves are going to carry you away from shore.
C)Swim toward the island; the waves aren't going to take you anywhere.
D)Swim in a circle because that is what the waves are doing.

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Swimming toward the island is the best option because the waves are moving in the direction of the island. Just floating may take a long time to reach shore, and swimming like crazy could tire you out before reaching the island. Swimming in a circle would not help in reaching the shore either.

You Are in a Ship in Deep Water Offshore from a Large