Question 8Navigation General

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At the outbreak of war your ship is caught in an enemy port. Which statement is FALSE?

A You should attempt to contact U.S. Consular officials.
B You should attempt to clear for sea before your ship is interned.
C You should resist boarding by local officials.
D You should try to send a Ship Hostile Action Report to the NGA (formerly NIMA).
AI Explanation

The correct answer is C) You should resist boarding by local officials. This is false because it is not advisable to resist boarding by local officials in an enemy port during a time of war. Resisting local authorities could be seen as an act of aggression and could lead to serious consequences for the ship and its crew. The proper course of action is to cooperate with local officials and seek assistance from U.S. Consular officials, as stated in option A. Additionally, it is important to attempt to clear the ship for sea before it is interned, as mentioned in option B. Sending a Ship Hostile Action Report to the NGA, as described in option D, could also be a prudent step to take.

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