USCG Exam PracticeRule 25 — Sailing and Rowing Vessels (lights)
A sailing vessel underway at night is required to exhibit which of the following lights?
- ✓ Sidelights and a sternlightCorrect
- B. A masthead light, sidelights, and a sternlight
- C. An all-round white light and sidelights
- D. Sidelights and a towing light
Why A is correct
33 CFR §83.25(a) requires a sailing vessel underway to exhibit sidelights and a sternlight. A masthead light is not required for sailing vessels; that requirement applies to power-driven vessels under 33 CFR §83.23(a).
Cited:33 CFR §83.25