USCG USCG Safety Eng
Set 3 • Question #62 of 254
Launch Interactive Practice Room When taking tank soundings on a MODU, coating the tape with chalk helps to __________.
A
better identify the correct reading
✓ Correct Answer
B
show the depth of any water in an oil tank
C
make the tape roll easier
D
reduce possibility of sparks
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
Coating sounding tapes with chalk creates a sharp, distinct wet-line demarcation when inserted into oil or water tanks, allowing the watchstander to accurately read the liquid depth.
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