Rules of the Road USCG Question #1690 (Set 23)

BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A power-driven vessel with a 150-meter stern tow is required to display which lights?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — a towing light above the stern light

Rule 24(c) requires a power-driven vessel towing astern to display a towing light in a vertical line above the stern light. This configuration identifies the vessel as a tug and indicates the presence of a towline, alerting other vessels to maintain a safe distance and avoid the tow.

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