Question 1689Deck General70% to pass
On small passenger vessels painters fitted to life floats shall be at least _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) 30.5 meters (100 feet) in length.
According to the U.S. Coast Guard regulations for small passenger vessels, painters (the lines attached to life floats) must be at least 30.5 meters (100 feet) in length. This requirement is specified in 46 CFR 185.604, which states that the painters must be of sufficient length to reach the water from the embarkation deck with the vessel in its lightest condition.
The other options are incorrect because 20 meters (65.5 feet) is too short, 10 fathoms (60 feet) is also too short, and 90 feet (27.5 meters) does not meet the 30.5-meter (100-foot) minimum requirement.
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