As it pertains to the luffing motion limits associated with an electro-hydraulic cargo- handling pedestal-type deck crane, what statement is true?

Correct Answer: Option C — When the boom is raised to a maximum permissible height or lowered to a minimum permissible height, the luffing pump shall be stroked to zero and the luffing winch brake set.

Under USCG National Maritime Center examination standards, the accepted correct answer is: When the boom is raised to a maximum permissible height or lowered to a minimum permissible height, the luffing pump shall be stroked to zero and the luffing winch brake set..