USCG Exam PracticeRule 32 — Sound Signal Definitions
Under the Inland Navigation Rules, a 'short blast' is defined as a blast of approximately what duration?
- ✓ About 1 secondCorrect
- B. About 2 seconds
- C. From 4 to 6 seconds
- D. About 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 per §83.32(c).
Cited:33 CFR §83.32