Question 881 Rules of the Road

90% to pass

BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel 25 meters in length must have which sound signaling appliance onboard?

A Whistle only
B None is required
C Whistle, bell, and gong
D Whistle and bell only
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) Whistle and bell only. According to the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS) and the Inland Navigation Rules, a vessel 25 meters or more in length is required to have a whistle and a bell onboard as sound signaling appliances. This requirement applies to both international and inland waterways. The other options are incorrect because A) a whistle only is not sufficient, B) some sound signaling appliance is required, and C) a gong is not required for a vessel of this size.

Related Questions
Q@q.QuestionNumber:BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND In fog you observe your radar and determine that ris... Q@q.QuestionNumber:BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which statement is TRUE concerning a vessel under oa... Q@q.QuestionNumber:BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You see a vessel's green sidelight bearing due east ... Q@q.QuestionNumber: BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Two sailing vessels are approaching each other as... Q@q.QuestionNumber:INLAND ONLY A 150 meter vessel is proceeding down the course of a narrow channe...

Ready to test your knowledge?

Take a Rules of the Road Practice Exam
Official Resources
USCG Navigation Rules (COLREGS) 33 CFR Navigation Rules USCG Navigation Center
← Previous Question All Questions Next Question →

Want to practice with timed exams?

Download Coast Guard Exams for the full exam experience with progress tracking.

Get the App