Deck General (Supplementary) USCG Question #206 (Set 4)

BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND What day-shape is to be shown by a vessel aground?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — Three black balls in a vertical line

Under Rule 30(d), an aground vessel displays anchor lights plus two all-round red lights in a vertical line at night, and three black balls in a vertical line by day.

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