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67: You are in charge of a U.S. documented vessel. Under title 46 of the United States Code, if you fail to report a complaint of a sexual offense, you may be __________.
Y a. civilly charged and fined N b. criminally charged and jailed N c. held personally liable by the victim and sued N d. All of the above are correct. 132: What is a characteristic of all centrifugal cargo pumps?
N a. They are self-priming. Y b. Decreasing the speed of rotation will decrease the discharge pressure. N c. Opening the discharge valve wider will increase the discharge pressure. N d. All of the above 146: When turning a ship in restricted space with a strong wind, it is normally best to __________.
N a. go ahead on both engines with the rudder hard to one side, if on a twin-screw vessel N b. back down with the rudder hard to one side, if on a single-screw vessel N c. take advantage of the tendency to back to port, if on a twin-screw vessel Y d. turn so that the tendency to back into the wind can be used, if on a single-screw vessel 272: When measuring the oxygen content of the cargo tanks prior to loading cargoes requiring vapor recovery, check it __________.
N a. one meter from the tank bottom and one meter below the tank top Y b. one half the ullage of the tank and one meter below the tank top N c. one half the ullage of the tank and one meter above the tank bottom N d. at three meter intervals from the tank top to the bottom 457: You are the operator of an uninspected diesel towing vessel of 190 GT operating on a regular run from New York to the Gulf of Mexico. Which statement is TRUE?
N a. Deck watches may be 6 and 6. N b. Able seamen are not required in the deck crew. Y c. All crew members must have Merchant Mariner's Documents. N d. A licensed Chief Engineer is required. 482: A lot of special cargo of similar cartons is to be loaded aboard your vessel. You examine one of the cartons of the lot shown. What is the total cubic space the consignment will occupy? (Assume no broken stowage.) (D042DG )
N a. 51 cubic feet (1.5 cubic meters) Y b. 58 cubic feet (1.7 cubic meters) N c. 336 cubic feet (10 cubic meters) N d. 700 cubic feet (21 cubic meters) 510: You have loaded dangerous cargo on your vessel and must fill out a Dangerous Cargo Manifest. In which publication would you find the requirements to complete this form?
N a. 33 CFR - Navigation and Navigable Waters Y b. 46 CFR - Shipping N c. IMCO - Intergovernmental Maritime Consultative Organization N d. IMDG - International Maritime Dangerous Goods 533: A towing hook may be released from the __________.
N a. tug's engineroom or the bow Y b. pilot house or aft steering station N c. forecastle N d. towing bitts by reaching over and releasing a lever 540: As seen from the tow, what should connect the leading ends of both towing bridle legs to the main towing hawser?
N a. A cable clamp Y b. A fishplate, flounder, or towing plate N c. A pad eye N d. The towing bitts 541: The official number of a documented vessel is __________.
N a. not required to be marked anywhere on the vessel Y b. required to be permanently marked on the vessel's structure N c. required to be painted on the vessel's stern N d. required to be painted on the vessel's bow 583: Which factor(s) must you consider when making up a towing bridle?
N a. The horsepower of the tug N b. The desired amount of swing in the tow hook up N c. The weight of the tow Y d. All of the above 666: You are proceeding at a slow speed with your starboard side near the right bank of a channel. If your vessel suddenly sheers toward the opposite bank, the best maneuver would be __________.
N a. full ahead, hard left rudder Y b. full ahead, hard right rudder N c. full astern, hard left rudder N d. full astern, hard right rudder 710: Which statement is FALSE, concerning the Williamson turn?
N a. In a large vessel (VLCC) much of the headway will be lost thereby requiring little astern maneuvering. N b. When the turn is completed, the vessel will be on a reciprocal course and nearly on the original track line. N c. The initial actions are taken at well defined points and reduce the need for individual judgment. Y d. The turn will return the vessel to the man's location in the shortest possible time. 796: When you enter shallow water, you would expect your rudder response to __________.
Y a. be sluggish and your speed to decrease N b. be sluggish and your speed to increase N c. improve and your speed to decrease N d. improve and your speed to increase 846: A vessel proceeding along the bank of a river or channel has the tendency to __________.
N a. continue in line with the bank N b. hug the bank Y c. sheer away from the bank N d. increase speed 866: For the deepest water when rounding a bend in a river, you should navigate your vessel __________.
N a. toward the inside of the bend Y b. toward the outside of the bend N c. toward the center of the river just before the bend, then change course for the river's center after the bend N d. in the river's center 875: Which statement, concerning offshore supply vessel operations, correctly defines the length of a voyage?
N a. The distance from the point of departure to the vessel's first stop N b. The distance from the point of departure to the most distant point offshore Y c. The total distance from the port of departure to the port of arrival, not including stops at offshore points N d. The shortest measurable distance from the port of departure to the port of arrival 894: When taking a length of new manila rope from the coil, you should __________.
N a. mount the coil so it will turn like a spool and unreel from the outside N b. roll the coil along the deck and allow the rope to fall off the coil Y c. lay the coil on end with the inside end down, then pull the inside end up through the middle of the coil N d. lay the coil on end with the inside end up then unwind the rope from the outside of the coil 908: You must load as much of a large shipment of case goods as possible into a hold which has 24,400 cubic feet of space. Each case measures 2 feet by 2 feet by 4 feet and weighs 448 pounds. If you allow for broken stowage of 15%, how many long tons can be loaded?
N a. 54 N b. 207 Y c. 259 N d. 351 917: What is the period of validity of a Safety Management Certificate?
Y a. 60 months N b. 48 months N c. 42 months N d. 36 months 1004: Uncoiling manila line improperly can result in a(n) __________.
N a. number of fishhooks Y b. kink in the line N c. 50% loss of efficiency of the line N d. increase in deterioration of the line 1015: The tankship Northland is loaded as shown. Use the salmon colored pages in the Stability Data Reference to determine the sagging numeral. (Get Table Data)
N a. 71.07 numeral N b. 74.95 numeral N c. 77.56 numeral Y d. 78.29 numeral 1274: If given equal care, nylon line should last how many times longer than manila line?
N a. Three N b. Four Y c. Five N d. Six 1331: The S.S. Microwave has been chartered to the Longline Steamship Company. The Longline Steamship Company agrees to pay all expenses and employ and pay the crew. Which type of contract is involved?
Y a. Bareboat Charter Party N b. Lease Charter Party N c. Time Charter Party N d. Voyage Charter Party 1499: In illustration D044DG, the mooring line labeled "E" is called a(n) __________. (DO44DG )
N a. bow line N b. forward breast line N c. after spring line Y d. bow spring line 1574: Wire rope is galvanized to __________.
Y a. protect it from corrosion due to contact with saltwater N b. make it bend more easily N c. increase its strength N d. increase its circumference 1579: What is the minimum standard for making an eye splice in a wire to be used as cargo gear?
Y a. Make three tucks with full strands, remove half the wires from each strand, and make two more tucks. N b. Make four tucks in each strand, cut away every other strand, and make two more tucks with each remaining strand. N c. Make four tucks with each full strand. N d. Make six tucks with each strand, removing a few wires from each strand as each additional tuck is made. 1583: Which statement concerning a short splice is TRUE?
N a. It is used to temporarily join two lines together. Y b. A short splice is stronger than two lines joined by a knot. N c. A short splice decreases the diameter of the line. N d. None of the above 1603: Which weakens a line the LEAST?
N a. Clove hitch N b. Long splice Y c. Short splice N d. Square knot 1608: Your ship is dead in the water with the rudder amidships. As the right-handed screw starts to turn ahead, the bow will tend to go __________.
N a. to starboard Y b. to port N c. straight ahead N d. as influenced by the tide and sea 1766: When anchoring in a current, you should __________.
N a. drop the anchor with the bow headed downstream N b. back your vessel into the current Y c. anchor while stemming the current N d. All of the above 1828: Your vessel is broken down and rolling in heavy seas. You can reduce the danger of capsizing by __________.
N a. constantly shifting the rudder N b. moving all passengers to one side of the boat Y c. rigging a sea anchor N d. moving all passengers to the stern 1828: Your vessel is broken down and rolling in heavy seas. You can reduce the danger of capsizing by __________.
N a. constantly shifting the rudder N b. moving all passengers to one side of the boat Y c. rigging a sea anchor N d. moving all passengers to the stern 1848: You are docking a vessel. Wind and current are most favorable when they are __________.
N a. crossing your course in the same direction N b. crossing your course in opposite directions Y c. parallel to the pier from ahead N d. setting you on the pier 1938: Towing a structure using two tugs approximately side by side, each using one hawser, is referred to as a __________.
N a. tandem tow N b. Honolulu tow Y c. breasted tug tow N d. tandem tug tow 1998: When towing in an open seaway, it is important to use a towing line __________.
N a. made only of wire rope, due to possible weather conditions N b. that will have the tow on a crest while your vessel is in a trough Y c. that will have the tow on a crest while your vessel is on a crest N d. with little dip to gain maximum control of the tow 2015: During a period of "whiteout", you should expect which of the following?
N a. Snowfall or blowing snow Y b. Lack of ability to estimate distance N c. Harsh contrast between sun-illuminated snow cover and the background N d. Hazy horizons with extensive mirage effects 2022: In determining the scope of cable to be used when anchoring, what would NOT be considered?
N a. Depth of the water N b. Character of the holding ground Y c. maintenance cost for the chain N d. Type of anchor cable 2058: What is NOT suitable for use in making up the towing rig for a heavy, long ocean tow?
N a. Chain Y b. Ring N c. Solid thimble N d. A fishplate 2073: You are preparing to lubricate standing rigging on your vessel. When rigging a bosun's chair on a stay with a shackle, __________.
N a. connect the shackle to the bosun's chair with a hook Y b. never allow the shackle pin to ride on the stay N c. run the gantline through the shackle and then make fast to the bosun's chair N d. tie the bitter end of the gantline to the shackle before shackling it to the bosun's chair 2094: A large basin cut into the shore, closed off by a caisson, and used for dry docking of ships is known as a __________.
N a. slipway Y b. graving dock N c. ground warp N d. caisson dock 2175: Which is a negotiated charter?
Y a. Fixture N b. Bill of Lading N c. Conference agreement N d. All of the above 2207: After an explosion, repair of emergency machinery and services should be accomplished __________.
Y a. after control of fire, flooding, and structural repairs N b. immediately, before the emergency is under control N c. after control of fire, but before control of flooding N d. after stability is restored 2745: While standing look-out at night, a dim light on the horizon will be seen quickest by looking __________.
Y a. a little above the horizon N b. directly towards the light N c. a little below the horizon N d. quickly above then quickly below the horizon 2778: Assume that your vessel has just entered Lake Erie by way of the Welland Canal and is proceeding in a southwesterly direction. Which statement about the aids to navigation you can expect to encounter along the route is TRUE?
Y a. The characteristics of buoys and other aids are as if "returning from seaward" when proceeding in this direction. N b. All aids are maintained by the U.S. Coast Guard, 9th Coast Guard District, Cleveland, Ohio. N c. All red even-numbered buoys should be kept on your port side when proceeding in this direction. N d. Lighted aids, fog signals, and radio beacons maintained by Canada are not included in the Great Lakes Light List. 2879: The vertical reference for all water levels and bench marks on the Great Lakes - St. Lawrence River System is known as __________.
N a. Mean Sea Level Datum Y b. International Great Lakes Datum N c. Great Lakes Low Water Datum N d. North Central Reference Datum 2926: Many sheath-screw davits have markings to indicate the maximum angle to which they should be cranked out. If the angle is exceeded, the davit __________.
N a. may jam against the stops N b. will not automatically position the boat at the embarkation station Y c. screw may come out of the sheath N d. will chafe against the falls and may cause their failure 2977: You are proceeding under NCS (Naval Control of Shipping) when you wish to send a message concerning your ships diversion. Which precedence would you assign this message?
Y a. P (PRIORITY) N b. Z (FLASH) N c. R (ROUTINE) N d. O (IMMEDIATE) 2990: When cutting regular-lay wire rope, what is the minimum number of seizings to be placed on each side of the cut?
N a. One N b. Two, and three on rope diameters over 1 inch Y c. Three, and more on larger diameter wire ropes N d. Four 3105: On a sea going towing vessel of 150 GT, there are six (6) seamen in the deck crew. How many certificated able seamen are required if the voyage is over 600 miles?
Y a. 4 N b. 3 N c. 2 N d. 1 3132: What may prevent a tug from tripping or capsizing when towing a large vessel?
N a. Surge lines Y b. Norman Pins N c. Under riders N d. Safety shackles 3168: Which item is rigged to transmit the thrust from one barge to another when backing down? (D024DG )
N a. I N b. H Y c. C N d. B 3327: The upward slope of a vessels bottom from the keel to the bilge is called __________.
N a. camber N b. sheer N c. rake Y d. rise of bottom 3519: Strengthening damaged bulkheads by using wood or steel is called __________.
N a. bracing N b. battening N c. blocking Y d. shoring 4060: You are arriving in port and are assigned to anchor in anchorage circle B-4. It has a diameter of 550 yards and your vessel's LOA is 449 feet. If you anchor in 9 fathoms at the center of the circle, what is the maximum number of shots of chain you can use and still remain in the circle?
N a. 6 shots N b. 5 shots Y c. 4 shots N d. 3 shots 4104: The primary objective of a Ro-Ro vessel is to __________.
N a. transfer containers without chassis N b. load the vessel with palletized cargo Y c. transport vehicles N d. be loaded full and down to her marks 4120: Which of the following is considered auxiliary securing equipment that provides extra reliability to lashing in Ro-Ro transport operations?
N a. Trailer trestles N b. Pedestals N c. Wheel chocks Y d. All of the above 4123: The lashings used on Ro-Ro vessels should be capable of withstanding the forces of __________.
N a. any force of gravity acting on the lashes N b. rolling N c. pitching Y d. All of the above 4182: Which lashing gear used aboard Ro-Ro vessels should be painted or soaked in oil when not in use?
Y a. Chain N b. Wire rope N c. Webbing N d. All of the above 4262: Which statement(s) is/are TRUE concerning crane cargo operations?
N a. Do not exceed rated load capacity of crane and container spreader or slings. N b. During any cargo handling operation, the safety of personnel is paramount. N c. Cargo handlers must be outfitted with adequate protection from personal injury. Y d. All the above