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USCG Exam PracticeGMDSS and VHF distress procedures

When making a MAYDAY call on VHF, how many times must the vessel's name be spoken in the initial call-up?

  1. A. Once
  2. B. Twice
  3. ✓ Three timesCorrect
  4. D. Four times

Why C is correct

The recommended emergency broadcast instructions require the vessel's name to be stated three times in the initial call-up. This is specified in both 46 CFR §184.510(a)(4) and 46 CFR §28.265(d)(4)(iv).

Cited:46 CFR §184.51046 CFR §28.265

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