Question 2703 Deck General

The correct answer is C) 4 B-II fire extinguishers must be in the machinery space of a 175-foot long fishing vessel propelled by engines with 3200 brake horsepower. This is based on the requirements outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 46, Section 34.50-10, which states that for spaces containing internal combustion or gas turbine propulsion machinery with an aggregate power of 1,000 brake horsepower or greater, at least 4 B-II fire extinguishers must be provided. The other options are incorrect because A) 2 extinguishers is not enough for a vessel of this size and power, B) 3 extinguishers is also insufficient, and D) 5 extinguishers would exceed the regulatory requirement.