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What action should be taken when nearing a bend in a narrow channel?

A. Speed up and stay to the inside of the bend where the water is always deeper.
B. Stay to the starboard edge of the channel and signal one prolonged blast.
C. Sound five short blasts of the horn and run down the middle of the channel.
D. Remain in the middle of the channel while flashing your running lights.



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Final answer:

It is best to stay near the shore when paddling upstream and near the middle when paddling downstream for optimal canoeing efficiency.


Explanation:

When paddling a canoe upstream, it is advisable to stay close to the shore because the water flow is slower near the shore due to resistance, reducing the force against the canoe. When paddling downstream, it is better to stay near the middle of the stream since the water pushes the canoe, increasing its velocity.


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