Question 281 Deck Safety

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The flag hoist 62.2 would be sent as pennant 6, pennant 2 followed by what?

A space, second substitute
B answering pennant, first substitute
C answering pennant, third substitute
D answering pennant, second substitute
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) answering pennant, second substitute. The flag hoist 62.2 represents the signal "Prepare to take pilot on board." According to the International Code of Signals, this signal is sent by hoisting pennant 6, followed by pennant 2, and then the answering pennant and the second substitute. The other options are incorrect because: A) does not include the answering pennant. B) uses the first substitute instead of the second. C) uses the third substitute instead of the second.

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