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201: Your vessel is equipped with totally enclosed lifeboats. Which statement is TRUE when the boat is enveloped in flames?
N a. The ventilators will automatically close by the action of fusible links. N b. The motor takes its air supply from outside the lifeboat to prevent asphyxiation of the crew. N c. A water spray system to cool the outside of the boat is operated by a high-volume manual pump. Y d. An air tank will provide about ten minutes of air for the survivors and the engine. 231: The Coast Guard inspection required before a Certificate of Inspection can be issued is conducted________________.
N a. when deemed necessary by the Regional Inspection Center Y b. after you apply in writing to the nearest Officer in Charge of Marine Inspection (OCMI) N c. at random from a Coast Guard patrol boat N d. after a formal complaint is filed with the OCMI 394: If you are transmitting a distress message by radiotelephone you should __________.
Y a. use English language N b. always use the International Code N c. preface it by the word "Interco" N d. follow the transmission with the radio alarm signal 558: A small passenger vessel operating on exposed or partially protected waters may not have a port light below the weather deck unless __________.
Y a. its sill is at least 30 inches above the deepest load waterline N b. it opens and has a solid, inside, hinged cover N c. it is made of thick transparent plastic N d. it is sealed shut 607: The "Vessel Bridge-to-Bridge Radiotelephone Act" applies to which towboat?
N a. A 100 GT towboat, 24 feet in length N b. A 90-foot towboat tied to the pier Y c. A 60-foot towboat pushing ahead N d. A 400 GT towboat anchored 784: While communicating with a shore station concerning an injured female, your message should indicate the subject's age is 32. Which code would your message contain?
N a. MAO 32 N b. MAJ 32 N c. MAL 32 Y d. MAK 32 820: The two points that act together to trim a ship are the __________.
N a. LCF and LCB Y b. LCG and LCB N c. metacenter and LCG N d. VCG and LCG 1157: When using the combustible gas indicator, a special filter for filtering the incoming sample must be used if the atmosphere being tested contains vapors of __________.
N a. sour crude Y b. leaded gasoline N c. CO2 N d. chlorine 1157: When using the combustible gas indicator, a special filter for filtering the incoming sample must be used if the atmosphere being tested contains vapors of __________.
N a. sour crude Y b. leaded gasoline N c. CO2 N d. chlorine 1487: A vessel's heavy displacement is 24,500 tons with light displacement of 13,300 tons. Fully loaded it carries 300 tons of fuel and stores. What is the vessel's deadweight?
N a. 10,900 tons Y b. 11,200 tons N c. 13,000 tons N d. 24,200 tons 1693: Every different type of sailing rig can be dangerous in certain circumstances. Which situation would most likely be dangerous?
N a. A gaff rig is dangerous in a calm wind and sea. Y b. A gaff rig is dangerous in a calm wind and large swell. N c. A square rig, such as a ship rig, is dangerous to jibe. N d. A tall, marconi, sloop rig is dangerous to tack. 1709: Why is gas-freeing rarely required for LPG cargo tanks?
N a. LPG is compatible with all cargos. N b. LPG's high oxygen content makes it nonvolatile. N c. Cargo tanks are inspected less frequently than on oil tankers. Y d. The cargo tanks are used for one type of cargo only. 1729: The purpose of the deck seal in an inert gas system is to prevent __________.
Y a. flammable vapors from entering machinery space N b. flue gas escaping to atmosphere N c. inert gas escaping to atmosphere N d. air entering inert gas system 1802: The component in an inert gas system used for cleaning the gas of solid and sulfur combustion products, while simultaneously cooling the inert gas, is called the __________.
N a. filter N b. cooler Y c. scrubber N d. purifier 1932: Which statement about sailing close-hauled is TRUE?
N a. If you ease the sheets, you can sail faster and closer to the wind. N b. If you ease the sheets, you can sail faster on the same course. Y c. If you steer closer to the wind, you will slow down. N d. If you sheet your sails closer to the centerline, you must bear away from the wind. 1968: Which categories of NAVTEX messages may not be selectively rejected through receiver programming?
N a. Navigational warnings N b. Weather warnings N c. SAR information Y d. All of the above 2044: INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND You are under sail making 5 knots. The apparent wind is broad on the port beam at 10 knots. You see another sailing vessel dead ahead on a meeting course. What action is correct?
N a. Both vessels must maneuver to avoid collision. Y b. You must keep out of the way of the other vessel. N c. Only the other vessel must maneuver to avoid collision. N d. You are only required to maneuver if collision cannot be avoided by maneuver of the other vessel. 2063: If there are a number of survivors in the water after abandoning ship, they should __________.
N a. tie themselves to the unit so they won't drift with the current Y b. form a small circular group to create a warmer pocket of water in the center of the circle N c. send the strongest swimmer to shore for assistance N d. form a raft by lashing their life preservers together 2098: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the amount of liquid loading required in the double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard. ST-0049
Y a. 395 tons N b. 530 tons N c. 750 tons N d. 990 tons 2198: Which statement is TRUE concerning a sailing vessel with the sails properly trimmed?
N a. The more the sails are sheeted in, the greater your speed will be when sailing downwind. N b. As the sails are sheeted in, the vessel will heel less when close hauled. N c. As the sails are sheeted in on a close hauled course, speed will increase as the side forces on the vessel decrease. Y d. Sheeting in the sails will allow the vessel to sail closer to the wind but will decrease speed. 2209: What are the health hazard ratings for a product of triethylbenzene?
Y a. 1,1,1 N b. 2,2,2 N c. 0,1,1 N d. Unavailable 2240: What is classified as a combustible liquid?
N a. Acetaldehyde N b. Ethyl alcohol N c. Carbon tetrachloride Y d. Tetraethylene glycol 2317: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the KG of the liquid load. ST-0057
Y a. 7.7 feet N b. 9.1 feet N c. 9.9 feet N d. 10.6 feet 2405: The heavy three-, four-, or six-sided length of pipe suspended from the swivel through the rotary table and connected to the topmost joint of drill pipe to turn the drill stem as the rotary table turns is called the __________.
N a. swivel N b. bail Y c. kelly N d. cock 2448: A person on a fixed or floating platform engaged in oil exploration MAY discharge food waste into the sea when the distance from the nearest land is at least __________.
N a. 3 nautical miles N b. 5 nautical miles Y c. 12 nautical miles N d. 25 nautical miles 2492: At sea, you are approaching a small vessel and see that it has the signal flag "P" hoisted. What should you do?
N a. Proceed on present course and speed since the vessel is stopped and making no way through the water. N b. Keep clear of the vessel because it has a diver down. N c. Attempt to call the vessel on VHF radiotelephone because someone on board requires medical assistance. Y d. Approach with caution because the vessel is a fishing vessel and its nets are fouled on an obstruction. 2921: A MODU is inclined at an angle of loll. In the absence of external forces, the righting arm (GZ) is __________.
N a. positive N b. negative Y c. zero N d. vertical 2953: When the height of the metacenter has the same value as the height of the center of gravity, the metacentric height is equal to __________.
N a. the height of the metacenter N b. the height of the center of gravity N c. the same as half the height of the metacenter Y d. zero 3006: The SS AMERICAN MARINER will sail with the load shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the drafts. ST-0094
N a. FWD 26'-03", AFT 27'-08" N b. FWD 26'-08", AFT 25'-07" Y c. FWD 25'-06", AFT 26'-11" N d. FWD 26'-11", AFT 25'-06" 3188: The air spaces in the floor of an inflatable liferaft will provide protection against __________.
N a. asphyxiation from CO2 N b. loss of air in the sides of the raft N c. rough seas Y d. cold water temperatures 3230: Which statement is TRUE concerning a power driven fire pump on board a small passenger vessel?
N a. The hand fire pump shall be located adjacent to the main engine spaces. N b. It shall be of at least 2 gallons per minute capacity. N c. It shall be painted red. Y d. It may also serve as a bilge pump. 3258: Assuming that the recommended hatch loading sequence is followed, how many long tons of iron ore may be loaded through hatch No. 20 while using a single belt loader to arrive at a desired mean keel draft of 24'-10"? (Use the Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN.)
N a. 1540 tons N b. 1590 tons Y c. 1645 tons N d. 1670 tons 3330: A carbon dioxide fire extinguisher is required to be recharged if the weight loss exceeds what percentage of the weight of the charge? (small passenger vessel regulations)
N a. One percent N b. Five percent N c. Seven percent Y d. Ten percent 3377: The DEEP DRILLER at a draft of 58.0 feet loads 68.94 long tons of ballast. What is the new draft?
N a. 52.0 feet N b. 57.5 feet Y c. 58.5 feet N d. 64.0 feet 3416: The instructions for the launching of lifeboats and liferafts must be approved by the __________.
N a. lease operator N b. Minerals Management Service Y c. Coast Guard N d. person-in-charge of the unit 3425: What is the trim of a jack-up with a forward draft of 12 feet and an after draft of 13 feet?
N a. 0.5 foot by the stern Y b. 1.0 foot by the stern N c. 2.0 feet by the stern N d. 0.5 feet by the head 3646: One of the signals, other than a distress signal, that can be used by a rescue boat to attract attention is a/an __________.
N a. red star shell Y b. searchlight N c. burning barrel N d. orange smoke signal 3728: A crew member has suffered frostbite to the toes of the right foot. Which is NOT an acceptable first aid measure?
Y a. Rub the toes briskly. N b. Elevate the foot slightly. N c. Rewarm rapidly. N d. Give aspirin or other medication for pain if necessary. 3738: A crew member is unconscious and the face is flushed. You should __________.
Y a. lay the crew member down with the head and shoulders slightly raised N b. administer a liquid stimulant N c. lay the crew member down with the head lower than the feet N d. attempt to stand the crew member upright to restore consciousness 4036: Fire protection regulations for towing vessels require that all crew members participate in drills and receive instruction at least once a month. Who is responsible for ensuring that this takes place?
N a. The Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection Y b. The Master, or person in charge of the vessel N c. The vessel's owner or manager N d. The company's port captain or port engineer 4097: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form #2 (Ballasting to Survival). What is the new height of the longitudinal metacenter if all the bulk materials are discharged?
N a. 61.34 feet N b. 62.13 feet Y c. 62.35 feet N d. 64.00 feet 4133: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form #3 (Preparing to Drill). According to the deck load graph, how much additional deck load could be added to the unit?
Y a. 526.87 long tons N b. 276.87 long tons N c. 241.50 long tons N d. 189.51 long tons 4165: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form #3 (Preparing to Drill). If all the liquid mud (see table 8) is dumped, what would be the new height of the transverse metacenter?
N a. 61.19 feet N b. 62.80 feet N c. 62.99 feet Y d. 62.94 feet 4194: You are loading in a port governed by the tropical load line mark for a voyage to a port governed by the winter mark. The fresh water allowance is 5 inches, and the hydrometer reads 1.005. Which statement is TRUE?
N a. You may load to the tropical mark plus 1 inch brackish water allowance. Y b. You must load so that each zone mark will not be submerged upon entering the zone. N c. Your draft must not exceed the winter mark plus the fresh water allowance upon arrival off the discharge port. N d. You may only load to the winter mark plus a brackish water allowance of 4 inches. 4235: Until a change to lightweight has been approved, the weights and moments shown in the Changes to Lightweight Record of the COASTAL DRILLER are treated as __________.
Y a. variable loads N b. stationary loads N c. fixed loads N d. basic loads 4534: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 5577 tons of cargo with an LCG-FP of 275.55 feet. See the distribution of the cargo to be loaded. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the cargo. ST-0163
Y a. LCG-FP 271.2 feet N b. LCG-FP 272.1 feet N c. LCG-FP 273.6 feet N d. LCG-FP 274.6 feet 4652: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 3245 tons of cargo with an LCG-FP of 272.20 feet. See the distribution of the cargo to be loaded. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the cargo. ST-0166
Y a. LCG-FP 267.7 feet N b. LCG-FP 268.4 feet N c. LCG-FP 269.2 feet N d. LCG-FP 270.6 feet 4655: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form #1 (Rig Move). If the drill water in drill water tanks #6 and #25 are discharged, what is the new draft?
N a. 8.26 feet Y b. 10.66 feet N c. 10.88 feet N d. 11.10 feet 5247: In case of major damage to column C1P while the DEEP DRILLER is on location, you should pump from port-forward lower-hull tanks using __________.
N a. all four ballast pumps Y b. both port-side ballast pumps N c. saltwater service pump to supplement port-side ballast pumps N d. drill water pump to supplement port-side ballast pumps 5694: What is the meaning of the signal QU RQ when sent by the International Code of Signals?
N a. This is the call sign of a vessel registered in Latvia. Y b. Is anchoring prohibited? N c. Will you lead me to a safe anchorage? N d. Interrogative 5905: The signal for fire alarm on a MODU must be indicated __________.
N a. at each alarm bell N b. at each alarm actuator N c. near all exits Y d. on the Muster List ("Station Bill") 6131: How many fireman's outfits are required on a MODU?
N a. 1 Y b. 2 N c. 3 N d. 4 6684: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has drafts of: FWD 19'-04", AFT 21'-02". Use the white pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the drafts if you ballast the forepeak with 68 tons of seawater.
N a. FWD 19'-09.7", AFT 20'-10.0" Y b. FWD 19'-11.1", AFT 20'-09.4" N c. FWD 19'-11.7", AFT 20'-08.8" N d. FWD 20'-00.3", AFT 20'-08.2" 6793: The person on a MODU who is responsible for maintaining the engineering spaces in a clean and sanitary condition is the __________.
N a. Master, or person in charge Y b. Chief Engineer, or engineer in charge if no chief engineer is required N c. senior mechanic, or mechanic on duty if no senior mechanic designated N d. senior electrician, or electrician on duty if no senior electrician designated 7043: While providing assistance to a victim of an epileptic seizure, it is most important to __________.
N a. give artificial respiration Y b. prevent patient from hurting himself N c. keep the patient awake and make him/her walk if necessary to keep him/her awake N d. remove any soiled clothing and put the patient in a clean bed 8333: Individuals who have consumed alcohol within 24 hours of exposure to H2S can tolerate __________.
N a. unusually large concentrations of H2S Y b. smaller than normal concentrations of H2S N c. moderate concentrations of H2S without the usual reactions N d. longer exposure to H2S concentrations 8837: A jack-up with a calculated moment to change list one inch (MCL1") of 1,200 foot-kips intends to transfer 100 kips of weight in a transverse direction. How far should the weight be transferred to change the draft on the port side from 11.5 to 11.0 feet?
N a. 12 feet N b. 48 feet N c. 120 feet Y d. 144 feet 9285: A floating jack-up with displacement of 16,200 kips has its LCG 110.37 feet aft of frame zero (AF0). If 200 short tons are discharged from 120 feet AF0 and 400 short tons are discharged from 150 feet AF0, what is the new LCG?
Y a. 108.0 feet N b. 109.2 feet N c. 110.4 feet N d. 115.8 feet 9521: Aboard a vessel, dividing the sum of the vertical moments by the total weight yields the vessel's __________.
Y a. height of the center of gravity N b. vertical moments N c. righting moments N d. inclining moments 9527: When the height of the metacenter is less than the height of the center of gravity, a vessel has which type of stability?
N a. Stable N b. Neutral Y c. Negative N d. Positive