Question 848 Deck General

The correct answer is B) Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles. The International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code classifies dangerous goods into 9 distinct classes. Class 9 substances are defined as "Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles" which encompasses a wide range of materials that do not fit into the other 8 classes, such as environmentally hazardous substances, elevated temperature materials, and other items that present a risk during maritime transport. This broad classification aligns with the "Miscellaneous" description provided in the answer choices. The other answer options do not accurately describe Class 9 substances under the IMDG Code. Option A refers to Class 5, Option C refers to Class 6, and Option D refers to Class 2, which are separate and distinct classes of dangerous goods.