Victual waste is __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — any garbage that comes from food or food provisions

MARPOL Annex V defines victual waste as any food or food-related waste generated during the normal operation of the ship. This category is distinct from operational or maintenance waste, and its discharge is strictly regulated based on the vessel's distance from land and the presence of special area designations.

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