Question 944 Deck General

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While underway and towing an unmanned tank barge you are required to _______________.

A open the tops of all empty tanks on the barge
B fly a red flag from the towing vessel
C maintain a strict watch on the barge from the towing vessel
D take hourly soundings of any loaded tanks on the barge
AI Explanation

The correct answer is C) maintain a strict watch on the barge from the towing vessel. When towing an unmanned tank barge, the regulations require the towing vessel to maintain a strict watch on the barge. This is to ensure the safety of the towing operation and to be able to quickly respond to any issues that may arise with the barge. The other options are incorrect because they do not address the specific requirement to maintain a watch on the barge.

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