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USCG Exam PracticeCompass variation and deviation; T-V-M-D-C

Which of the following vessel types is NOT required to be fitted with a magnetic compass under 46 CFR §184.402?

  1. A. A self-propelled vessel operating on a coastal route
  2. A self-propelled vessel on a rivers routeCorrect
  3. C. A self-propelled vessel operating overnight on a bay route
  4. D. A self-propelled vessel operating on a Great Lakes route

Why B is correct

46 CFR §184.402(b)(1) specifically exempts a vessel on a rivers route from the compass requirement. A vessel operating overnight on a bay route would require an illuminated compass per §184.402(c), and coastal or Great Lakes routes are not listed exemptions.

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