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Navegando de noche observamos una luz blanca por la proa. Se trata de:Sailing at night we see one white light ahead. It is:
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Correct answer: d) All the above could be correct
Why it is correct
A single white light may be an anchor light, the stern light of a vessel ahead, or the all-round light of a small craft.
Why the others are not
- a) Possible, but not the only explanation.
- b) Possible, but not the only explanation.
- c) Possible, but not the only explanation.
How to work it out in the exam
- With one white light, assume nothing. Take bearings.
Where this question comes from
- Junta de Andalucía · 2016 · 1ª convocatoria · PER Modelo A · question 21 Official paper · Official answer key
- Junta de Andalucía · 2016 · 1ª convocatoria · PER Modelo B · question 21 Official paper · Official answer key
Regulations
- IMO: Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (COLREGs) · Rule 21, 23, 30
- RIPA, consolidated text (BOE) · Rule 21, 23, 30
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