Question 1021 Rules of the Road
90% to passBOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND What does an orange flag showing a black circle and square indicate?
A
A distress signal
B
A signal of asking to communicate with another vessel
C
A signal indicating a course change
D
A signal indicating danger
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) A distress signal. The orange flag with a black circle and square is a recognized international signal flag indicating that the vessel is in distress and requires immediate assistance. This signal is covered in the International Code of Signals and is used to quickly communicate a need for emergency aid to other vessels or coastal stations. The other answer choices do not accurately represent the meaning of this specific signal flag.
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