When a helmsman receives the command "Right 15 degrees rudder," What should the helmsman's immediate reply be ?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — "Right 15 degrees rudder"
Standard bridge voice-procedure protocols require the helmsman to immediately repeat back every rudder or engine order verbatim to confirm correct receipt and comprehension before execution by the steering system.
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