Question 2914 Deck General

The correct answer is C) note of protest. A note of protest is a declaration made by the master (captain) before a U.S. Consul, providing details about heavy weather, incidents, or other circumstances that may have caused damage to the vessel or cargo, without any fault of the vessel, its officers, or crew. This formal document serves as a record of the incident and helps protect the vessel owner's interests in case of potential liability claims. The other options are incorrect because: A) Master's declaration is a more general term that does not specifically refer to the declaration made before a U.S. Consul; B) cargo addendum is not the correct term for this type of document; and D) exception report is a different type of report that may be used for different purposes.