Under the federal regulations of 33CFR Subchapter O, what is the definition of the term "sewage"?

Correct Answer: Option C — Human body wastes and the wastes from toilets and other receptacles intended to receive or retain body waste.

33 CFR 159.3 defines sewage as human body wastes and the wastes from toilets and other receptacles intended to receive or retain body waste. This definition is critical for determining the applicability of Marine Sanitation Device (MSD) requirements and preventing the discharge of pathogens into navigable waters.