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Which pair belongs to the signaling element of a survival kit?

Pack an audio signal and a visual signal, such as a whistle and mirror.

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  1. Hook and line
  2. Whistle and signal mirror ✔
  3. Bottle and trash bag

Why: A whistle can make sound while a mirror can flash light. Together they give searchers two ways to notice you.

Huh, didn't know that: The pamphlet says a whistle can be heard farther than shouting and takes less energy.

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The whistle and mirror formed a duo with sound reflections.
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Answer: Whistle and signal mirror. A whistle can make sound while a mirror can flash light. Together they give searchers two ways to notice you.

  1. Wilderness Survival Merit Badge Pamphlet filestore.scouting.org/filestore/Merit_Badge_ReqandRes/Pamphlets/Wilderness%20Survival.pdf
    Signaling material (audio and visual: whistle, signal mirror)
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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