The color of the signal flares sent up by a submarine about to surface from periscope depth is __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — white
Naval standard operating procedures require submarines surfacing from periscope depth during routine, non-emergency operations to launch a white signal flare to alert nearby surface shipping of their ascent.
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