Question 350 Deck Safety

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In the International Code of Signals, what is the code signal meaning "I require immediate assistance?

A DX
B CB
C AE
D CP
AI Explanation

The correct answer is B) CB. The International Code of Signals is a standardized system of signals used to communicate information between ships at sea. The signal "CB" specifically means "I require immediate assistance," which makes it the correct answer for the given question. The other answer choices are incorrect because they do not correspond to the established meaning of "I require immediate assistance" in the International Code of Signals. AE, CP, and DX have different meanings that are not related to requesting immediate assistance.

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