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If you need permission for anchoring from a Vessel Traffic Service you have to use the following phrase

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Correct answer: a) Do I have permission to anchor in this position?

Why it is correct

The SMCP asks with “Do I have permission”.

Why the others are not

  • b) “Can” is avoided.
  • c) “May” is avoided.
  • d) “Must” is obligation.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Permission: Do I have permission…?

Where this question comes from

Try it: Marine English

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