Coast Guard Exams
Question 348General Subjects - 1st Asst/Chief70% to pass

In accordance with international MARPOL Annex V regulations and federal regulations under 33CFR Subchapter O, the discharge of what category of garbage is prohibited in any waters?

AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) Plastic or garbage mixed with plastic. The MARPOL Annex V regulations and 33CFR Subchapter O prohibit the discharge of plastic or any garbage mixed with plastic in any waters. This is because plastic can persist in the marine environment for a very long time and poses a significant threat to marine life. The other options are incorrect because: A) Unground paper products, rags, glass, metal, bottles, and crockery are allowed to be discharged under certain conditions; C) Floating dunnage, lining, or packing material are also prohibited; and D) Ground paper products, rags, glass, metal, bottles, and crockery are allowed to be discharged under certain conditions.