Question 485Deck Safety70% to pass
You are proceeding to a distress site. The survivors are in liferafts. What will make your ship more visible to the survivors?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) Turning on all available deck lights at night.
The reasoning behind this is that in a distress situation, having all available deck lights on at night will make the ship more visible to the survivors in the liferafts. Bright deck lights provide a clear visual signal that can help the survivors locate the rescuing vessel. This is in accordance with standard maritime distress and search and rescue procedures.
The other options are incorrect because: A) Dumping debris would not significantly increase visibility, B) Steering a sinuous course would not enhance visibility, and C) Steering a zig-zag course is not the most effective way to make the ship visible to the survivors.
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