Question 773Rules of the Road90% to pass
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You see the lights shown in illustration D077RR below. This could be which of the following?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) A vessel towing barges astern.
The lights shown in illustration D077RR depict the navigation lights required for a vessel towing barges astern. This configuration includes a white masthead light, a yellow towing light, and a red and green sidelight. According to the International and Inland Navigation Rules, this lighting arrangement is specifically required for a vessel towing barges from the stern.
The other answer choices are incorrect because the displayed lights do not match the requirements for a vessel pushing barges ahead (A), a pipeline (B), or a stationary dredge (C).
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