How far from shore must a thrown aid reach a practice victim?

25 feet.

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  1. 25 feet ✔
  2. 10 feet
  3. 50 feet

Why: You must place at least one aid within reach of a victim 25 feet from shore.

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Answer: 25 feet. You must place at least one aid within reach of a victim 25 feet from shore.

  1. Scouting America: Lifesaving www.scouting.org/merit-badges/lifesaving
    within reach of a practice victim 25 feet from shore
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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