Where must the draft marks be placed on a small passenger vessel?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — At each end of the vessel
46 CFR 122.602 mandates that draft marks be placed at each end of the vessel. These marks must be clearly visible and permanently marked to allow the Master to accurately determine the vessel's draft forward and aft, which is essential for stability and safe navigation in shallow waters.
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