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USCG Exam Practice · Rule 25 — Sailing and Rowing Vessels (lights)

A vessel under oars does NOT exhibit the lights prescribed for sailing vessels. What is the minimum requirement for that vessel?

  1. ATwo all-round lights in a vertical line, red over green
  2. BA masthead light and sidelights
  3. CAn all-round white light, or an electric torch or lighted lantern showing white light exhibited in sufficient time to prevent collision✓ correct
  4. DSidelights and a sternlight

Why C is correct

33 CFR §83.25(d)(ii) states that a vessel under oars that does not exhibit sailing vessel lights shall exhibit an all-round white light or have ready at hand an electric torch or lighted lantern showing a white light, exhibited in sufficient time to prevent collision.

Cited:33 CFR §83.25(d)(ii)

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