Question 175Navigation General

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The symbol which appears beside a light on a chart reads "Gp Fl R (2

A A
B B
C C
D D
AI Explanation

The correct answer is A. The symbol "Gp Fl R (2)" indicates a group flashing red light, with 2 flashes in a group. This is a type of light signal used for navigational aids, such as buoys or lighthouses, and it is the correct interpretation of the symbol provided in the question. The other answer choices (B, C, and D) do not correspond to the specific symbol described in the question, and therefore are incorrect.

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