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An applicant holds a master of Great Lakes and inland self-propelled vessels of unlimited tonnage endorsement and seeks to upgrade to master of oceans or near-coastal self-propelled vessels of unlimited tonnage. Under 46 CFR §11.404(b), what is the minimum sea service required under the authority of that credential, and what is the maximum percentage of that service that may be credited from inland waters other than the Great Lakes?

  1. A12 months total service; up to 100 percent from inland waters other than Great Lakes
  2. B24 months total service; up to 50 percent from inland waters other than Great Lakes✓ correct
  3. C36 months total service; up to 50 percent from inland waters other than Great Lakes
  4. D24 months total service; up to 100 percent from inland waters other than Great Lakes

Why B is correct

46 CFR §11.404(b) requires not less than 24 months of sea service under the authority of the Great Lakes and inland credential. Per §11.404(b)(2), service on inland waters other than the Great Lakes may be credited on a day-for-day basis for up to 50 percent of the total required service.

Cited:46 CFR §11.404(b)46 CFR §11.404(b)(2)

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