SDI Open Water Scuba Diver 2025 – 400 Free Practice Questions to Pass the Exam

Using the sweep method to remove a second stage involves a specific technique to allow for safe and controlled removal of the regulator. Leaning forward and dipping your right shoulder helps to create a clear line for the regulator to be removed effectively while ensuring that any air remaining in the second stage is vented away from the diver's face. This minimizes the risk of inhaling water or losing control of the regulator during the process.

This method aligns with proper buoyancy control and stability while making adjustments to your diving gear. By leaning into the movement, the diver maintains a streamlined position, reducing any unnecessary changes in buoyancy or orientation in the water. Taking this approach contributes to overall diving safety and efficiency.

The other options, although they may seem plausible in different contexts, do not facilitate the effective removal of the second stage as directly as the chosen method. For instance, holding your breath tightly could lead to discomfort or increased risk of barotrauma, while raising your left shoulder or looking straight up may not provide the same level of control and safety during the regulator removal.