Question 215Navigation General

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The symbol which appears beside a light on a chart reads "Gp Fl R (2

A A
B B
C C
D D
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) D. The symbol "Gp Fl R (2)" represents a group flashing red light, with 2 flashes per group. This type of light is typically used to mark navigational hazards, such as rocks, shoals, or other obstructions. The other answer choices (A, B, and C) do not correspond to the specific meaning of the symbol "Gp Fl R (2)". They may represent different types of lights or buoys, but they do not match the given description.

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