Deck General (Supplementary) USCG Question #217 (Set 4)

BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which of the day-shapes shown in illustration D016RR below must you show when at anchor?

USCG Exam Illustration D016RR
USCG Examination Diagram: Illustration D016RR
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — A

Rule 30(a) requires vessels at anchor to display one black ball where it can best be seen. Shape A represents this single black ball specified under international and inland navigation regulations for all anchored craft during daylight hours.

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