Question 1929Deck General70% to pass
Gasoline fuel tank vents should terminate _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) above or outside the hull.
Gasoline fuel tank vents should terminate above or outside the hull to prevent the buildup of explosive gasoline vapors within enclosed spaces. This is a safety requirement specified in the Coast Guard regulations for recreational boat fuel systems. Venting the tank above the hull allows any fuel vapors to dissipate into the open air, rather than accumulating in the boat's interior where they could ignite. The other options (A, B, and D) would not provide the necessary venting outside the hull to safely disperse flammable vapors.
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