Question 3011 Deck General

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An International Tonnage Certificate will be issued to a vessel when it meets several requirements, one of which is that the vessel must _______________.

A engage in intercoastal or international trade
B be issued a Certificate of Inspection
C admeasure over 100 GT
D be 79 or more feet in length
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) be 79 or more feet in length. According to the International Convention on Tonnage Measurement of Ships, a vessel must be 79 feet (24 meters) or more in length to be issued an International Tonnage Certificate. This certificate is required for vessels engaged in international voyages, regardless of whether they are involved in intercoastal or international trade. The other options are incorrect - the vessel does not need a Certificate of Inspection or to admeasure over 100 GT to qualify for an International Tonnage Certificate, only to meet the 79-foot length requirement.

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