Question 564Rules of the Road90% to pass
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which light may be displayed to assist in the identification of submarines operating on the surface?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) intermittent flashing amber/yellow light.
According to the U.S. Coast Guard Navigation Rules, International - Inland, an intermittent flashing amber/yellow light may be displayed to assist in the identification of submarines operating on the surface. This light is specifically used to indicate the presence of a submerged vessel that has surfaced and is operating on the surface.
The other options are incorrect because: B) a flashing white light is not a light specifically designated for submarine identification, C) a flashing sidelight is used for navigation purposes, and D) a blue rotating light is typically associated with emergency/law enforcement vehicles, not submarines.
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