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Encontrándonos en navegación, se nos hace de noche y la tripulación a bordo de la embarcación deseamos descansar. Para ello, paramos el motor y encendemos una luz advirtiendo de nuestra presencia, tras lo cual nos ponemos todos a echar una cabezada. ¿Es correcto este proceder?Under way at nightfall, the crew want to rest. We stop the engine, light a light to warn of our presence and all take a nap. Is this correct?

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Correct answer: c) No, we must keep a proper lookout by sight and hearing at all times, as Rule 5 requires.

Why it is correct

A lookout is required at all times. Everyone sleeping breaks Rule 5, whatever lights are shown.

Why the others are not

  • a) A light is not enough.
  • b) Not NUC.
  • d) Not draught.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Lookout: always someone awake.

Where this question comes from

Regulations

Try it: Right of way

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