Question 407Navigation General70% to pass
A light that has a light period shorter than its dark period is described as _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) flashing.
A flashing light is defined as a light that has a light period shorter than its dark period. This is in contrast to an occulting light, which has a light period longer than its dark period, and a pulsating or alternating light, which have equal light and dark periods.
The other answer choices are incorrect because:
A) Occulting lights have a light period longer than the dark period.
C) Pulsating lights have equal light and dark periods.
D) Alternating lights have equal light and dark periods.
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