Question 1797 Deck General

The correct answer is C) 6 passengers. Small passenger vessels of less than 100 gross registered tons must be inspected by the Coast Guard when they carry more than 6 passengers. This is in accordance with the small passenger vessel regulations, which require vessels of this size to undergo Coast Guard inspection if they carry more than 6 passengers for hire. The other answer choices are incorrect because they do not accurately reflect the regulatory requirement. Vessels carrying 50, 12, or even 1 passenger would not require Coast Guard inspection unless they exceed the 6 passenger threshold.