Question 330 Deck Safety
70% to passIf a crew member that was ill has died, which code should your message contain?
A
MPJ
B
MPO
C
MPK
D
MPR
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) MPK. The code MPK stands for "Man Overboard - Deceased" and is the appropriate code to use when reporting the death of a crew member. This code is used in accordance with the International Code of Signals, which is the standard for maritime communication and reporting. The other options are incorrect because: A) MPJ is the code for "Man Overboard - Jettisoned" (not deceased), B) MPO is the code for "Man Overboard - Overboard" (not deceased), C) MPR is not an established code in the International Code of Signals.
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