Question 1728 Deck General

The correct answer is B) 3 red hand flare distress signals and 3 orange smoke hand distress signals. According to the small passenger vessel regulations, all small passenger vessels operating on lakes, bays, sounds, or river routes on runs of more than 30 minutes are required to carry 3 red hand flare distress signals and 3 orange smoke hand distress signals. This is the minimum required equipment for these types of vessels. The other options are incorrect because they do not match the regulatory requirement. Option A calls for 8 of each type of signal, which is more than the required amount. Option C calls for 6 of each type, which is also more than the required amount. Option D is incorrect because there is a specific regulatory requirement for this equipment.