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General deck

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The USCG bank covers deck subjects, navigation, navigation problems, rules of the road, GMDSS and other areas. Open a specific collection for focused preparation.

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Which weld fault can only be detected by a method that examines the internal structure of a weld?

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  • a. Undercut
  • b. Lack of reinforcement
  • c. Overlap
  • d. Lack of penetration✓ Correct answer
The BEST information on the nature and extent of damage to the vessel is obtained from __________.

One correct answer

  • a. alarms and monitoring devices
  • b. the engineroom watch
  • c. personnel at the scene of the damage✓ Correct answer
  • d. the bridge watch
When two lines are spliced together, __________.

One correct answer

  • a. the size of the lines at the splice decreases
  • b. they are stronger than if knotted together✓ Correct answer
  • c. the overall strength of each line is increased
  • d. the bitter ends will resist rotting
Odorous cargoes are those that __________.

One correct answer

  • a. are exceptionally dusty and leave a residue
  • b. are liquid but are in containers
  • c. are susceptible to damage by tainting
  • d. give off fumes that may damage other cargoes✓ Correct answer
Your vessel has run hard aground in an area subject to heavy wave action. Backing full astern failed to free her. Which action should be taken next?

One correct answer

  • a. Continue backing to scour out the bottom.
  • b. Wait for high tide and then try backing.
  • c. Flood empty tanks to increase bottom pressure and prevent inshore creep.✓ Correct answer
  • d. Shift weight aft to reduce the forward draft.

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