Question 241Deck Safety70% to pass
Which radiotelephone transmission may be sent over channel 16?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) All of the above.
Channel 16 (156.800 MHz) is the international distress, safety, and calling frequency used by the maritime industry. It is primarily used for distress signals, urgency messages, and safety communications. Radiotelephone transmissions that may be sent over channel 16 include:
A) Calls to a particular station: Channel 16 can be used to initiate contact with another vessel or shore station.
B) Distress signal MAYDAY: This is the international distress signal used to indicate that a vessel or person is in grave and immediate danger.
C) Meteorological warnings: Important weather information that may affect maritime safety can also be transmitted on channel 16.
Therefore, all of the listed options are correct as they represent the types of transmissions that may be sent over the designated distress and safety channel 16.
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