After a liferaft is launched, the operating cord __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — serves as a sea painter
The operating cord acts as the sea painter once the liferaft is launched, securing the craft to the vessel or floating free as it sinks. Under SOLAS and 46 CFR standards, this strong line trips the cylinder valve to inflate the raft.
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