Question 1485Deck Safety70% to pass
Which type of EPIRB must each ocean-going ship carry?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) Category 1.
All ocean-going ships are required to carry a Category 1 EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon) per Coast Guard regulations. Category 1 EPIRBs are designed for automatic activation and float-free deployment in the event of a sinking, providing the best chance of rescue for the crew. The other options are incorrect because Class A, B, and C EPIRBs are not suitable for the offshore, open-ocean environment that ocean-going ships operate in.
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