USCG Exam PracticeRule 24 — Towing and Pushing (lights)
A vessel being pushed ahead that is NOT part of a composite unit shall exhibit which lights at its forward end?
- A. Sidelights and a masthead light
- ✓ Sidelights and a special flashing lightCorrect
- C. Sidelights only
- D. Sidelights, a sternlight, and a special flashing light
Why B is correct
Rule 24(f)(i) states that a vessel being pushed ahead, not being part of a composite unit, shall exhibit at the forward end sidelights and a special flashing light. No masthead light or sternlight is required at the forward end of the pushed vessel.
Cited:33 CFR §83.24(f)(i)