PADI Underwater Navigation & Skills

Question 1

What is the purpose of underwater navigation skills?

Accepted Answer

Navigate safely underwater

Answer

To explore randomly

Answer

Swim faster

Answer

Avoid dive buddies

Question 2

Which tool is commonly used for underwater navigation?

Accepted Answer

Compass

Answer

Dive computer

Answer

Pressure gauge

Answer

Depth meter

Question 3

What is the 'kick cycle' technique?

Accepted Answer

Counting kicks for distance

Answer

Counting breath holds

Answer

Using bubbles for navigation

Answer

Floating with currents

Question 4

Why is natural navigation important?

Accepted Answer

Use landmarks for orientation

Answer

To avoid using instruments

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To speed up ascent

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To confuse predators

Question 5

What should a diver do if they become disoriented underwater?

Accepted Answer

Stop and use navigation methods

Answer

Panic and surface immediately

Answer

Swim randomly

Answer

Ignore and continue

Question 6

How can a diver use the dive computer for navigation?

Accepted Answer

Monitor heading, depth, and time

Answer

Measure water temperature

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Control buoyancy

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Track oxygen consumption

Question 7

What is the purpose of a surface marker buoy (SMB)?

Accepted Answer

Signal diver’s surface position

Answer

Measure depth

Answer

Control buoyancy

Answer

Guide underwater path

Question 8

How do currents affect underwater navigation?

Accepted Answer

Alter path, need compensation

Answer

No effect

Answer

Help with speed

Answer

Confuse marine life

Question 9

Why is buddy communication important during navigation?

Accepted Answer

Coordinate and ensure safety

Answer

Avoid sharing information

Answer

Race to finish

Answer

Ignore each other