Rules of the Road USCG Question #149 (Set 3)

BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which of the following describes a vessel exhibiting the lights shown in illustration D084RR below?

USCG Exam Illustration D084RR
USCG Examination Diagram: Illustration D084RR
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — not under command

Rule 27(a)(i) mandates that a vessel not under command must exhibit two all-round red lights in a vertical line where they can best be seen. Illustration D084RR displays this specific vertical red-over-red configuration, identifying her as not under command.

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