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USCG Exam PracticeRule 25 — Sailing and Rowing Vessels (lights)

A sailing vessel of less than 20 meters is exhibiting the optional combined lantern at the masthead permitted by Rule 25(b). She wishes to also exhibit the optional red-over-green all-round lights at the masthead permitted by Rule 25(c). Which statement is correct?

  1. A. She may exhibit both simultaneously provided the combined lantern is extinguished when the all-round lights are in use
  2. B. She may exhibit both simultaneously at all times
  3. The red-over-green all-round lights shall not be exhibited in conjunction with the combined lanternCorrect
  4. D. She may exhibit both only in restricted visibility

Why C is correct

33 CFR §83.25(c) expressly states that the optional red-over-green all-round lights shall not be exhibited in conjunction with the combined lantern permitted by paragraph (b). A vessel must choose one arrangement or the other.

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