USCG Exam PracticeRule 34 — Maneuvering and Warning Signals
Under 33 CFR §84.18, when a vessel carries only one masthead light and is fitted with a maneuvering light, what is the required minimum vertical separation between the maneuvering light and the masthead light?
- A. One meter
- ✓ One-half meterCorrect
- C. Two meters
- D. One-quarter meter
Why B is correct
33 CFR §84.18 states that on a vessel where only one masthead light is carried, the maneuvering light, if fitted, shall be carried where it can best be seen, not less than one-half meter vertically apart from the masthead light.
Cited:33 CFR §84.18