Question 12 Deck Safety
70% to passA man aboard a vessel, signaling by raising and lowering his outstretched arms to each side, is indicating _______________.
A
all is clear, it is safe to pass
B
danger, stay away
C
a distress signal
D
all is clear, it is safe to approach
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) a distress signal. The raising and lowering of the outstretched arms to each side is a standard distress signal recognized internationally. This signal indicates that the vessel or person is in distress and in need of immediate assistance. The other options are incorrect, as they do not accurately describe the meaning of this specific visual distress signal.
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