Deck General (Supplementary) USCG Question #327 (Set 6)

BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND What light(s) must sailboats twenty meters in length show when underway at night?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — Red and green sidelights and a stern light

According to COLREG Rule 25(a), a sailing vessel twenty meters or more in length underway must exhibit red and green sidelights combined with a sternlight. These lights ensure proper night identification and prevent collision risks by clearly delineating the vessel's heading and aspect.

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