USCG Exam PracticeRule 24 — Towing and Pushing (lights)
When the length of the tow, measured from the stern of the towing vessel to the after end of the tow, exceeds 200 meters, which additional day shape must the towing vessel display?
- A. A ball where it can best be seen
- B. A cylinder where it can best be seen
- ✓ A diamond shape where it can best be seenCorrect
- D. Two balls in a vertical line where they can best be seen
Why C is correct
33 CFR §83.24(a)(v) requires the towing vessel to display a diamond shape where it can best be seen when the length of the tow exceeds 200 meters. The towed vessel or object is also required to display a diamond shape per §83.24(e)(iii).
Cited:33 CFR §83.24(a)(v)