Question 243 Deck General

The correct answer is D) repeat the Pilot's command and ensure that the helmsman repeats it exactly. This is the correct answer because it is the responsibility of the officer on watch to ensure clear communication and proper execution of helm orders, especially when a pilot is conning the vessel. By immediately repeating the pilot's command and having the helmsman repeat it back, you are confirming the order was heard and understood, which is a critical safety measure when entering port. The other options are incorrect because they do not directly address the immediate need to verify the helm order. Notifying the Master (A) or asking the pilot to repeat the command (C) would introduce unnecessary delay. Telling the helmsman to ask the pilot to repeat (B) shifts the responsibility away from the officer on watch.