All life jackets carried on board small passenger vessels are required to be marked __________. (small passenger vessel regulations)

Correct Answer: Option A — with the vessel's name

Under 46 CFR 180.72, all life jackets on small passenger vessels must be marked with the vessel's name. This requirement ensures that in an emergency, life-saving equipment can be identified as belonging to the specific vessel, facilitating accountability and recovery efforts during search and rescue operations.