On a small passenger vessel, 58 feet in length, carrying 52 passengers the fire pump shall have a minimum pumping capacity of __________.

Correct Answer: Option C — 50 gallons per minute

Per 46 CFR Subchapter T, small passenger vessels of this size and passenger capacity must maintain adequate fire suppression capabilities. Regulations mandate a minimum fire pump capacity of 50 gallons per minute to ensure sufficient pressure and volume for firefighting operations in the event of an emergency at sea.