Question 12Deck Safety70% to pass
A man aboard a vessel, signaling by raising and lowering his outstretched arms to each side, is indicating _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) a distress signal.
The raising and lowering of the outstretched arms to each side is a standard distress signal recognized internationally. This signal indicates that the vessel or person is in distress and in need of immediate assistance. The other options are incorrect, as they do not accurately describe the meaning of this specific visual distress signal.
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