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The document contains a series of questions and answers related to distress signals as outlined in the COLREGs, focusing on their meanings and applications. It covers various types of distress signals, their recognition, and appropriate responses in different scenarios. The content emphasizes the importance of understanding and utilizing multiple distress signals effectively for safety at sea.

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The document contains a series of questions and answers related to distress signals as outlined in the COLREGs, focusing on their meanings and applications. It covers various types of distress signals, their recognition, and appropriate responses in different scenarios. The content emphasizes the importance of understanding and utilizing multiple distress signals effectively for safety at sea.

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🔹 1.

Remembering

1. Which Annex of the COLREGs lists the distress signals?


A. Annex I
B. Annex II
C. Annex IV
D. Annex VI
✅ Answer: C
2. What is the meaning of a continuous sounding of a fog-signaling apparatus?
A. Vessel turning
B. Vessel stopping
C. Vessel in distress
D. Vessel fishing
✅ Answer: C
3. Which signal is internationally recognized as a distress signal at night?
A. Green flashing light
B. Red star shells
C. Yellow searchlight
D. Morse code “P”
✅ Answer: B
4. Which code signal indicates distress when flown by day?
A. Code flag N over Z
B. Code flag Q
C. Code flag L
D. Code flags N over C
✅ Answer: D
5. What signal does a person use with their arms to indicate distress?
A. Both arms raised and held still
B. One arm forward, one backward
C. Repeatedly raising and lowering arms outstretched to each side
D. One arm straight up
✅ Answer: C

🔹 2. Understanding

6. Why are multiple types of distress signals listed in Annex IV?


A. To confuse observers
B. To give choices depending on nationality
C. To suit different conditions (e.g., day/night, visual/audio)
D. To reduce equipment needed
✅ Answer: C
7. How does the use of orange smoke signal help indicate distress?
A. It creates heat
B. It provides visibility during daylight
C. It is a traditional flag
D. It acts as radar
✅ Answer: B
8. Why is a signal consisting of a red flare considered a distress signal?
A. Red is a symbol of celebration
B. It is easier to see in daylight
C. Red is internationally recognized as a warning or emergency color
D. It's only used on fishing vessels
✅ Answer: C
9. Why must vessels be trained in recognizing Morse Code “SOS”?
A. It’s rarely used and not important
B. It’s only required on military ships
C. It is still valid and may be used with visual or audible means
D. It replaces the need for visual signals
✅ Answer: C
10. What is the benefit of using multiple distress signals together?
A. It uses up inventory
B. It ensures greater chance of being noticed by various observers
C. It is more expensive
D. It delays rescue response
✅ Answer: B

🔹 3. Applying

11. A vessel displays a square flag with a ball above or below it. What should an
observer infer?
A. It is a cargo vessel
B. It is engaged in fishing
C. It is in distress
D. It is towing
✅ Answer: C
12. Which of the following is an appropriate action if you see repeated red flashes in the
sky at sea?
A. Ignore it
B. Assume fireworks are being launched
C. Consider it a distress signal and respond accordingly
D. Signal for a race start
✅ Answer: C
13. If a vessel transmits "Mayday" by radio, what does it indicate?
A. Equipment malfunction
B. A navigational update
C. Distress or grave danger requiring immediate assistance
D. It's a routine traffic message
✅ Answer: C
14. A parachute flare is seen overhead. Which of the following is true?
A. It indicates a navigational hazard
B. It is a form of ship-to-ship greeting
C. It may be used as a distress signal
D. It is a celebration flare
✅ Answer: C
15. You observe a radio signal sent on frequency 2182 kHz. What could it be?
A. A weather forecast
B. A standard navigation broadcast
C. A distress signal or urgent communication
D. A routine marine traffic update
✅ Answer: C

🔹 4. Analyzing

16. Which combination of signals would best indicate distress during both day and
night?
A. Flashing green light and code flag “K”
B. Red star shells and orange smoke
C. White flashlight and sound bell
D. Yellow flashing lights and radar reflector
✅ Answer: B
17. A vessel is transmitting a DSC alert and simultaneously firing red flares. What does
this combination suggest?
A. They're testing equipment
B. A communication error
C. They are signaling urgent distress across multiple mediums
D. It is a drill
✅ Answer: C

🔹 5. Evaluating

18. Evaluate the usefulness of using a radio distress call over visual flares in foggy
conditions.
A. Radio is unreliable
B. Visual flares are better in fog
C. Radio calls are more effective when visibility is poor
D. Neither is useful
✅ Answer: C
19. A vessel has only orange smoke and a flashlight. What conditions would make these
effective distress signals?
A. At night in open sea
B. In broad daylight with clear skies
C. During a port inspection
D. In enclosed engine rooms
✅ Answer: B

🔹 6. Creating

20. You are creating a presentation on Annex IV signals. Which combination would
best illustrate the idea of using “separate or combined” methods?
A. Red star shells alone
B. Orange smoke and square flag/ball
C. Morse SOS, radio “Mayday,” and red flares in sequence
D. Code flag “C” only
✅ Answer: C

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