USCG Exam Practice · Radar fundamentals and ARPA basics
Under the IMO Performance Standards incorporated in 33 CFR §164.38, what is the minimum number of targets an ARPA must be able to simultaneously track when only manual acquisition is provided?
- A5 targets
- B15 targets
- C10 targets✓ correct
- D20 targets
Why C is correct
Per the IMO Performance Standards in Appendix A to 33 CFR §164.38, paragraph 3.3.1, an ARPA must track at least 20 targets if automatic acquisition is provided, or at least 10 targets if only manual acquisition is provided.
Cited:33 CFR §164.38
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