A ship that, at any time, operates seaward of the outermost boundary of the territorial sea is required to prepare, submit, and maintain a(n) __________.

Correct Answer: Option B — shipboard oil pollution emergency plan

Title 33 CFR Section 155.1030 mandates that any ship operating seaward of the outermost boundary of the territorial sea must prepare, submit, and maintain a valid Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plan approved by the Coast Guard.