Question 48 Deck Safety

The correct answer is B) transmitting location signals that can be received on an X-band radar. A SART (Search and Rescue Transponder) is a device that transmits a signal on the 9 GHz X-band radar frequency, which can be detected by ships and aircraft equipped with X-band radar. This allows the SART's location to be displayed on the radar screen, enabling search and rescue teams to home in on the distress signal. The SART's effective range is typically up to 5 nautical miles, which is much shorter than the other options provided. The other answer choices are incorrect because: A) SARTs do not transmit signals via satellite or to a Rescue Coordination Center, C) the range is limited to around 5 miles, not 1,000 miles, and D) the SART transmits a signal that can be detected by radar, not a visual signal.