Question 238Deck Safety70% to pass
What is the average range of vessel-to-vessel VHF-FM radio communications?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) 15 to 20 miles.
The typical range for vessel-to-vessel VHF-FM radio communications is 15 to 20 miles. This is due to the limitations of VHF radio waves, which tend to travel line-of-sight and are affected by obstructions like land and buildings. Options B, C, and D are incorrect as they significantly overestimate the typical range of VHF communications between vessels.
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