Question 199Deck Safety70% to pass
What is the minimum size power-driven vessel, not engaged in towing, required to comply with the vessel bridge-to-bridge radiotelephone regulations?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) 20 meters.
The vessel bridge-to-bridge radiotelephone regulations, as outlined in 47 CFR 80.148, require all power-driven vessels of 20 meters (approximately 65 feet) or more in length, while not engaged in towing, to be equipped with a radiotelephone capable of operation from the vessel's navigational bridge or vessel control station.
The other options are incorrect because:
A) 50 meters is too large and not the minimum size specified in the regulations.
B) 25 meters is larger than the 20-meter minimum.
D) 12 meters is smaller than the 20-meter minimum.
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