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La descarga de aguas sucias que hayan estado almacenadas en los tanques de retención se realizará:Sewage stored in holding tanks is discharged:

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Correct answer: d) At a moderate rate, at a speed of not less than 4 knots

Why it is correct

It is discharged at a moderate rate while under way at 4 knots or more, so that it disperses.

Why the others are not

  • a) It must be moderate and at a minimum speed.
  • b) The speed is right, but it cannot be all at once.
  • c) The rate is right, but a minimum speed is required.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Both conditions go together: moderate rate and at least 4 knots.

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