USCG Exam PracticeRule 27 — NUC and RAM (lights)
A vessel not under command, when making way through the water at night, is required to exhibit which lights?
- ✓ Two all-round red lights in a vertical line, sidelights, and a sternlightCorrect
- B. Two all-round red lights in a vertical line only
- C. Three all-round lights (red-white-red) in a vertical line, sidelights, and a sternlight
- D. Two all-round red lights in a vertical line and a masthead light
Why A is correct
33 CFR §83.27(a) requires a NUC vessel to show two all-round red lights in a vertical line at all times, and when making way, to add sidelights and a sternlight. No masthead light is prescribed for a NUC vessel.
Cited:33 CFR §83.27