How far from shore should the practice victim be for the line rescue?

About 30 feet.

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  1. About 30 feet ✔
  2. About 10 feet
  3. About 60 feet

Why: The practice victim should be about 30 feet from shore in deep water.

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Answer: About 30 feet. The practice victim should be about 30 feet from shore in deep water.

  1. Scouting America: Swimming www.scouting.org/merit-badges/swimming
    approximately 30 feet from shore in deep water
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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