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USCG Exam Practice · Rule 27 — NUC and RAM (lights)

Which class of vessel is exempt from exhibiting the lights or shapes prescribed in Rule 27, EXCEPT when engaged in diving operations?

  1. AVessels less than 20 meters in length
  2. BVessels less than 12 meters in length✓ correct
  3. CVessels less than 7 meters in length
  4. DNon-self-propelled vessels less than 12 meters in length

Why B is correct

33 CFR §83.27(g) states that a vessel of less than 12 meters in length, except when engaged in diving operations, is not required to exhibit the lights or shapes prescribed in Rule 27. The diving operations exception means even small vessels must comply when diving.

Cited:33 CFR §83.27

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