Relays of Distress Alerts using DSC may still be done. However, it is now recommended that such relays be done:

Correct Answer: Option D — By any of the above methods which will effectively provide Distress communications to an RCC or Coast station without further activations of other Mobile Units' DSC controllers.

Under USCG National Maritime Center examination standards, the accepted correct answer is: By any of the above methods which will effectively provide Distress communications to an RCC or Coast station without further activations of other Mobile Units' DSC controllers..