Deck General (Supplementary) USCG Question #1043 (Set 18)

INTERNATIONAL ONLY The light which may be used with a vessel's whistle must be __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — a white light

COLREG Rule 34(b) permits the optional use of an all-round white light corresponding to whistle signals. This white light must operate synchronously with each blast to clarify passing intentions in low visibility or darkness.

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