Which action should you take after sending a false Distress alert on VHF?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — Make a voice announcement to cancel the alert on Ch-16.
According to ITU and USCG procedures, transmitting an accidental DSC distress alert requires an immediate voice cancellation on VHF Channel 16 to alert local rescue authorities and surrounding vessels that the distress alert is false and no assistance is required.
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