Question 29

The Correct Answer is D. **Explanation for Option D ("4"):** The standard maritime numbering convention for lifeboats starts from the bow (front) on the starboard (right) side, moving aft (back). 1. **Starboard Side (Odd Numbers):** * Bow: Boat \#1 * Middle: Boat \#3 * Aft: Boat \#5 2. **Port Side (Even Numbers):** * Bow: Boat \#2 * Middle: Boat \#4 * Aft: Boat \#6 Since the vessel has 3 lifeboats on the port side, the lifeboats are numbered 2, 4, and 6. The **middle** lifeboat on the port side is designated as Boat \#4. **Explanation for Incorrect Options:** * **A) 2:** Boat \#2 is the lifeboat located at the **forward (bow) position** on the port side, not the middle one. * **B) 2 PORT:** While "2 PORT" is descriptive, boat designation is typically represented by a simple number (2, 4, 6, etc.). More importantly, Boat \#2 is the forward boat, not the middle boat. * **C) 3:** Boat \#3 is the lifeboat located in the **middle position on the starboard side**, not the port side.