Multiple choice

Directions: Fill in the blank with an appropriate word.

The crew of the capsized boat ________ its cargo to reduce the speed of the sinking vessel

  1. <font face="Arial">augmented</font>

  2. <font face="Arial">jettisoned</font>

  3. <font face="Arial">salvaged</font>

  4. <font face="Arial">attenuated</font>

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Jettisoned means to throw or drop something from an aircraft or ship, typically to lighten the load in an emergency.