Question 52 Rules of the Road

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INLAND ONLY What must a partially submerged object towed by a vessel show during the day?

A diamond shape only when the length of the tow exceeds 200 meters in length
B black ball only when the length of the tow exceeds 200 meters in length
C black ball
D diamond shape regardless of length of the tow
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) diamond shape regardless of length of the tow. According to the Navigation Rules and Regulations Handbook, a partially submerged object being towed by a vessel must display a diamond shape during the day, regardless of the length of the tow. This requirement applies to inland waters only. The other options are incorrect because a black ball is not the required shape, and the length of the tow does not affect the requirement to display the diamond shape.

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