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USCG Exam Practice · Rule 28 — Constrained by Draft (lights)

Under the Inland Rules, a vessel of less than 12 meters in length that is not engaged in diving operations and is restricted in her ability to maneuver is:

  1. ARequired to exhibit only the red-white-red all-round lights
  2. BRequired to exhibit the shapes prescribed in Rule 27 by day but not the lights at night
  3. CNot required to exhibit the lights or shapes prescribed in Rule 27✓ correct
  4. DRequired to exhibit two all-round red lights in a vertical line only

Why C is correct

33 CFR §83.27(g) expressly exempts a vessel of less than 12 meters in length, except when engaged in diving operations, from the requirement to exhibit the lights or shapes prescribed in Rule 27.

Cited:33 CFR §83.27

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