Test your knowledge with these Coast Guard license exam prep questions from the National Captain’s Institute.
1. INTERNATIONAL RULES: Which of the following does not meet the definition of a vessel engaged in fishing?
A. fishing with lines
B. fishing with nets
C. fishing with trolling lines
D. fishing by trawling
2. INTERNATIONAL RULES: A sailing vessel showing a cone pointing downward is:
A. being propelled by power and sail
B. on a starboard tack
C. close-hauled and has difficulty
maneuvering
D. fishing as well as sailing
3. INTERNATIONAL RULES: A vessel displaying three red lights in a vertical line is:
A. not under command
B. aground
C. dredging
D. constrained by draft
4. INLAND RULES: In addition to side lights and stern light, a pilot vessel under way shall exhibit, when engaged in pilotage duty:
A. red over white lights
B. green over white lights
C. white over red lights
D. red over white over red lights
5. The voice signal for “urgent” is:
A. mayday
B. pan
C. security
D. help
Answers:
1. C, Rule 3 2. A, Rule 25 (e) 3. D, Rule 28
4. C, Rule 29 5. B
May 2013 issue
