Question 2663 Deck General

70% to pass

An uninspected 6,000 BHP, 199 GT tug operating on the Great Lakes is required to carry how many B-II extinguishers?

A 2
B 3
C 6
D 9
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) 9 B-II extinguishers. According to the regulations, an uninspected vessel over 200 gross tons operating on the Great Lakes is required to carry 3 B-II fire extinguishers per 2,000 BHP. Since the tug in question is 6,000 BHP and 199 GT, it must carry 9 B-II extinguishers (3 extinguishers per 2,000 BHP, for a total of 9 extinguishers). The other options are incorrect because they do not account for the vessel's size and horsepower, which determine the required number of extinguishers under the regulations.

Related Questions
Q@q.QuestionNumber:You have a tow of chemical barges. The mate reports an ammonia smell around the ... Q@q.QuestionNumber:A "dangerous cargo manifest" is needed for you to carry a combustible cargo. You... Q@q.QuestionNumber:Your vessel is carrying 84,000 barrels of oil for discharge. The cargo hoses hav... Q@q.QuestionNumber:You are on a large merchant vessel entering a U.S. port. There is a Pilot on boa... Q@q.QuestionNumber:Which towing vessels are NOT required to have an internal communication system b...

Ready to test your knowledge?

Take a Deck General Practice Exam
Official Resources
USCG Navigation Center USCG National Maritime Center Merchant Mariner Credentials
← 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