Question 348 Deck Safety

The correct answer is C) Are you sinking. The International Code of Signals is a standardized set of signals used in maritime communication, and the signal "DX RQ" specifically indicates that the vessel is in distress and inquiring if it is sinking. This aligns with the correct answer, which states that the signal is asking "Are you sinking?" The other options are incorrect because they do not accurately reflect the meaning of the "DX RQ" signal. Option A refers to a call sign, Option B describes the status of the vessel's damage, and Option D indicates the availability of tugs, none of which are directly related to the "DX RQ" signal's meaning of inquiring about the vessel's sinking status.