Question 1751Navigation General70% to pass
Which statement(s) is/are TRUE concerning radio equipment on towing vessels of 26 feet or more in length?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) All of the above.
This is the correct answer because:
1) Each radio operator must hold an FCC-issued restricted operator's license, or higher, in order to legally operate the radio equipment on the towing vessel.
2) Towing vessels of 26 feet or more in length are required to maintain a continuous listening watch on VHF channel 16 (the international distress, safety and calling frequency) and the appropriate bridge-to-bridge navigation frequency.
3) Towing vessels of this size must also have a valid ship-radio-station license issued by the FCC in order to legally operate their radio equipment.
All three of these requirements are mandated by federal regulations for towing vessels 26 feet or more in length, making option D the correct answer.
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