What mode of transport did the outside men use to depart the yacht's vicinity?

• A. Jet skis
• B. Boats
• C. Helicopters
• D. Submarines

Answer: (A)

Departing quickly and quietly from a yacht favors a small, nimble watercraft that can be launched directly from the deck. Jet skis fit this role perfectly: they’re compact, fast, and easy to deploy, allowing a group to leave the yacht’s vicinity without needing a larger craft or harbor facilities. Their agility makes it hard to track immediately, and they can skim away along the water with minimal setup.

Boats are bulkier and louder, and their longer presence near the yacht would be more conspicuous. Helicopters draw attention from the air and require space to land or hover, which isn’t as practical right off a yacht. Submarines wouldn’t be a feasible or realistic option near the surface and would reveal themselves far more than a quick burst on personal watercraft.