Question 613General Subjects - Assistant Engineer

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Under the federal regulations of 33 CFR Subchapter O, what is the definition of a "Type II Marine Sanitation Device"?

AA device that produces a fecal coliform bacteria count not greater than 1,000 per 100 milliliters and no visible floating solids.
BA device that produces a fecal coliform bacteria count not greater than 200 per 100 milliliters and no visible floating solids.
CA device that is designed to prevent the overboard discharge of treated or untreated sewage or any waste derived from sewage.
DA device that produces a fecal coliform bacteria count not greater than 200 per 100 milliliters and suspended solids not greater than 150 milligrams per liter.
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D. According to the federal regulations in 33 CFR Subchapter O, a "Type II Marine Sanitation Device" is defined as a device that produces a fecal coliform bacteria count not greater than 200 per 100 milliliters and suspended solids not greater than 150 milligrams per liter. This is the technical definition specified in the regulations for this type of marine sanitation device. The other options are incorrect because they either describe a different type of marine sanitation device (A and C) or have slightly different technical specifications (B).

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