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USCG Exam Practice · Rule 32 — Sound Signal Definitions

Under the Inland Navigation Rules, a 'short blast' is defined as a blast of approximately what duration?

  1. AAbout 1 second✓ correct
  2. BAbout 2 seconds
  3. CFrom 4 to 6 seconds
  4. DAbout 3 seconds

Why A is correct

33 CFR §83.32(b) defines a short blast as a blast of about 1 second's duration. The 4 to 6 second duration applies to a prolonged blast under §83.32(c).

Cited:33 CFR §83.32

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