Question 1868Deck General70% to pass
On a small passenger vessel, 58 feet in length, carrying 52 passengers the fire pump shall have a minimum pumping capacity of _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) 50 gallons per minute.
According to the regulations in 46 CFR 181.300, a small passenger vessel under 100 gross tons, such as the one described, is required to have a fire pump with a minimum capacity of 50 gallons per minute. This ensures that the fire pump can effectively fight any potential fires on board the vessel and protect the passengers.
The other answer choices are incorrect because 25 gallons per minute (A) would be insufficient for a vessel of this size, and 10 gallons per minute (B) and 100 gallons per minute (D) do not meet the specific regulatory requirement for a 58-foot small passenger vessel carrying 52 passengers.
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