Question 1135 Deck Safety

The correct answer is A) 3. In illustration D014SA, item number 3 correctly identifies the external recognition light, which can be seen up to two miles. This is in accordance with the U.S. Coast Guard regulations for the required lighting on vessels. The external recognition light, often referred to as the "masthead light," is a key navigational light that must be visible from a distance to ensure the safe operation of vessels. The other answer choices are incorrect because they do not correspond to the external recognition light in the illustration. Item numbers 5, 8, and 23 represent different types of lights with different purposes and visibility ranges.