BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which statement is TRUE concerning the fog signal of a sailing vessel 25 meters in length, anchored in a "special anchorage area" approved by the Secretary?

Correct Answer: Option C — The vessel shall ring a bell for 5 seconds every minute.

Rule 35(g) states that a vessel at anchor may, in lieu of the prescribed signals, ring a bell for five seconds at intervals not exceeding one minute. While vessels in special anchorage areas are exempt from anchoring lights, they must still comply with sound signal requirements under Rule 35.