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69: Ullages are measured from __________.
N a. the tank ceiling N b. the tank top bushing N c. the thievage mark Y d. an above deck datum 161: A seaman leaves a vessel before it sails from a foreign port. He informs the Chief Officer that he won't return. After the vessel sails, the Chief Officer finds the seaman's work clothes in his locker. How should the Master handle this matter?
Y a. Log the seaman as a deserter. N b. Log the seaman as a fail to join. N c. Log the seaman for misconduct. N d. Take no action. 178: Which can be prevented only by segregating two lots of cargo into separate holds?
N a. Contamination of dry cargo by a wet cargo N b. Contamination of a clean cargo by a dirty cargo Y c. Contamination of a food cargo by an odorous cargo N d. Overcarriage, overstowage, and short landing 203: How does the effect known as "bank suction" act on a single-screw vessel proceeding along a narrow channel?
N a. It pulls the bow toward the bank. N b. It pushes the entire vessel away from the bank. Y c. It pulls the stern toward the bank. N d. It heels the vessel toward the bank. 380: The (auto)ignition temperature is that temperature at which_______.
Y a. no spark or flame is required to ignite gas or vapor N b. a fuel begins to give off explosive vapors N c. a fuel if ignited will continue to burn N d. a 1% mixture of the fuel with air will explode 421: An International Tonnage Certificate will be issued to a vessel when it meets several requirements, one of which is that the vessel must __________.
N a. admeasure over 100 GT Y b. be 79 or more feet in length N c. engage in intercoastal or international trade N d. be issued a Certificate of Inspection 422: Which method should be used to secure a synthetic fiber line to two bitts?
Y a. Two round turns on the bitt closest to the strain and then figure eights N b. Two round turns on the bitt farthest from the strain and then figure eights N c. Figure eights and then a round turn at the top of both bitts N d. Only figure eights are necessary on both bitts 445: Where are the towing bitts best placed for towing purposes?
N a. Near the centerline and over the rudders N b. On each side of the vessel near the stern Y c. Forward of the rudder post and close to the tug's center of pivot N d. As far aft as possible 490: Which agency is authorized to assist the Coast Guard in the inspection of vessels for the suitability of loading hazardous materials?
N a. American Bureau of Shipping N b. Environmental Protection Agency Y c. National Cargo Bureau, Inc. N d. U.S. Navy explosive loading details 505: Which form of navigation may be suspended without notice under defense planning?
N a. celestial N b. piloting Y c. electronic N d. None of the above 553: A bridle for an ocean tow consists of __________.
Y a. two chains of equal length N b. a single nylon pendant rove through a heavy ring free to move on the pendant N c. two long legs of wire rope shackled to a fishplate N d. a single length of heavy chain with both ends secured on deck to welded pad eyes 556: You may BEST turn a twin-screw vessel about, to the right, in a narrow channel by using __________.
N a. both engines ahead and helm N b. one engine only Y c. port engine ahead and the starboard engine astern N d. both engines astern and use helm 637: A tow bridle is attached to the main tow hawser at the __________.
N a. bight ring N b. tow hook Y c. fishplate N d. swivel 837: When may foreign licensed or documented personnel be employed on a US-flag towing vessel?
Y a. While on a foreign voyage and outside US jurisdiction, in order to meet manning requirements N b. While operating above the US outer continental shelf N c. On vessels operating on domestic voyages only N d. Never, under any circumstances 950: The upward slope of a ships bottom from the keel to the bilge is known as __________.
N a. camber N b. slope Y c. deadrise N d. keel height 990: Freeboard is measured from the upper edge of the __________.
N a. bulwark Y b. deck line N c. gunwale bar N d. sheer strake 1134: The critical point in nylon line elongation is about __________.
N a. 20% N b. 30% Y c. 40% N d. 50% 1228: A cargo exception would appear on __________.
Y a. a Bill of Lading N b. the cargo manifest N c. the Export Declaration N d. a Letter of Indemnity 1240: Bilge keels are fitted on ships to __________.
N a. assist in dry dock alignment N b. improve the vessel's stability N c. protect the vessel from slamming against piers Y d. reduce the rolling of the vessel 1276: When moored with a Mediterranean moor, the ship should be secured to the pier by having __________.
Y a. a stern line and two quarter lines crossing under the stern N b. a stern line, 2 bow lines, and 2 quarter lines leading aft to the pier N c. all regular lines leading to the pier in opposition to the anchor N d. two bow lines and two midship lines leading aft to the pier 1421: The charterer has completed loading the vessel in 3 days instead of the 5 days agreed to in the charter party. As a result of this, the __________.
N a. shipowner may charge for two lay days Y b. charterer may receive dispatch money N c. stevedore may collect demurrage N d. consignee may be required to pay a ceaser fee 1516: The length of a standard "shot" of chain is __________.
N a. 12 fathoms Y b. 15 fathoms N c. 18 fathoms N d. 20 fathoms 1516: The length of a standard "shot" of chain is __________.
N a. 12 fathoms Y b. 15 fathoms N c. 18 fathoms N d. 20 fathoms 1575: The key to rescuing a man overboard is __________.
N a. good communication N b. a dedicated crew N c. good equipment Y d. well-conducted drills 1625: All inspected vessels on unrestricted ocean routes must have equipment on board for testing an individual's __________.
N a. blood Y b. breath N c. urine N d. All of the above 1659: The safe working load for the assembled cargo gear and the minimum angle to the horizontal for which the gear is designed shall be marked on the __________.
N a. deck N b. head of the boom Y c. heel of the boom N d. mast or king post 1773: What size block shell should be used with a 4-inch manila line?
N a. 8" Y b. 12" N c. 16" N d. 24" 1803: A snatch block is a __________.
N a. block used only with manila rope N b. chock roller Y c. hinged block N d. strong block used for short, sharp pulls 1838: You are docking a vessel. If possible, you should __________.
N a. go in with the current Y b. go in against the current N c. approach the dock at a 90° angle and swing to N d. pass a mooring line to the dock with a heaving line and let the crew pull the vessel in 1870: The knot lettered S is a __________. (DO30DG )
N a. bowline Y b. blackwall hitch N c. half hitch N d. hook hitch 1895: The knot lettered Q as shown is a __________. (DO30DG )
N a. square knot N b. clove hitch Y c. bowline N d. round knot 1915: A butt is indicated by which letter? (D033DG )
N a. J N b. F N c. E Y d. D 2113: One major advantage of the round turn maneuver in a man overboard situation is that it __________.
Y a. is the fastest method N b. is easy for a single-screw vessel to perform N c. requires the least shiphandling skills to perform N d. can be used in reduced visibility 2135: A load line certificate is valid for how many years?
N a. 1 N b. 2 N c. 3 Y d. 5 2135: A load line certificate is valid for how many years?
N a. 1 N b. 2 N c. 3 Y d. 5 2147: What is the name of tackle number 8? (DO29DG )
N a. Parbuckle Y b. Gun tackle N c. Single purchase N d. Single luff tackle 2153: The shipping papers for the products being carried in your tankship are NOT required to contain the __________.
Y a. exact quantity of the cargoes N b. grades of the cargoes N c. location of the delivery point(s) N d. name of the consignee(s) 2204: While writing in the logbook at the end of your watch, you make an error in writing an entry. What is the proper way of correcting this error?
N a. Blot out the error completely and rewrite the entry correctly. N b. Carefully and neatly erase the entry and rewrite it correctly. Y c. Cross out the error with a single line, write the correct entry, and initial it. N d. Remove this page of the log book and rewrite all entries on a clean page. 2223: What is the mechanical advantage of tackle number 3? (DO29DG )
N a. 1 N b. 2 Y c. 3 N d. 4 2237: Using the graph in illustration D008DG, if the dry bulb temperature is 76° and the wet bulb temperature is 59°, what is the relative humidity in a cargo hold? (D008DG )
Y a. 34% N b. 47% N c. 76% N d. 79% 2322: Fittings used for towing must be __________.
N a. Coast Guard approved N b. stamped with maximum working loads Y c. securely fastened N d. positioned exactly at the bow of the towed vessel 2325: Which line cannot be spliced?
N a. Braided line with a hollow core N b. Double-braided line Y c. Braided line with a solid core N d. Any line can be spliced 2476: At the outbreak of war your ship is caught in an enemy port. Which statement is FALSE?
N a. You should attempt to contact U.S. Consular officials. N b. You should attempt to clear for sea before your ship is interned. Y c. You should resist boarding by local officials. N d. You should try to send a Ship Hostile Action Report to the NGA (formerly NIMA). 2476: At the outbreak of war your ship is caught in an enemy port. Which statement is FALSE?
N a. You should attempt to contact U.S. Consular officials. N b. You should attempt to clear for sea before your ship is interned. Y c. You should resist boarding by local officials. N d. You should try to send a Ship Hostile Action Report to the NGA (formerly NIMA). 2504: A seaman may have all or part of his wages deposited by allotment to a bank or savings institution. Which of the following is NOT a requirement for this type of allotment?
Y a. The account must be either a checking or savings account. N b. The institution must be insured by the FSLIC or FDIC. N c. The account must be opened by the seaman and maintained in the seaman's name. N d. All of the above are requirements. 2762: Which vessel is exempt from the load line and marking requirements for vessels operating on the Great Lakes System?
N a. A 300 GT tank barge operating exclusively on Lake Michigan N b. A 200 GT passenger vessel operating between Duluth, MN and Munising, MI N c. A 79-foot, 150 GT pleasure craft operating on the St. Lawrence River Y d. A 500 GT dry cargo river barge operated continuously between Calumet Hbr Chicago, IL and Burns Hbr, IN 2817: The command "meet her" means the helmsman should __________.
N a. decrease the rudder angle N b. steer more carefully Y c. use rudder to slow the vessel's swing N d. note the course and steady on that heading 2832: You are transiting the Straits of Mackinac by way of an improved channel. You have information which indicates that the channel's Federal project depth is 28 ft. Which of the following statements is true with regards to this channel?
N a. The least depth within the limits of the channel is 28 ft. Y b. The design dredging depth of the channel is 28 ft. N c. The channel has 28 ft. in the center but lesser depths may exist in the remainder of the channel. N d. The maximum depth which may be expected within the limits of the channel is 28 ft. 3004: What is NOT a basic shiphandling rule for navigating in ice concentrations on the Great Lakes?
N a. Keep moving - even very slowly, but keep moving. N b. Work with the ice movement, not against. Y c. Transit ice along pressure ridges when possible. N d. Excessive speed means ice damage. 3052: How should you signal the crane operator to lower the boom?
Y a. With arm extended and fingers closed, point thumb downward. N b. With arm extended downwards and forefinger pointing down, move hand in small horizontal circles. N c. Extend arm with the palm down, and hold this position rigidly. N d. With hands clasped in front of your body. 3059: A vessel which is being assisted by an icebreaker would display a flag hoist consisting of the code numeral "4" when the vessel __________.
N a. speed begins to drop N b. stops N c. receives ice damage Y d. becomes icebound 3138: When pushing ahead, wires leading from the quarters of the after outboard barges to the bow of a towboat __________.
N a. prevent the towboat from sliding when the rudder is moved Y b. prevent the barges from spreading out when backing down N c. hold the towboat securely to the barges N d. prevent the sidewise movement of the face barges 3262: Fracture damage to the end links of the anchor cable, or to the Jews' harp may be eliminated by __________.
N a. using a small diameter connecting shackle N b. ensuring the swivel is well lubricated and free to turn N c. installing the connecting shackle with the bow towards the anchor Y d. securing a piece of wood to the Jews' harp 3580: You are standing the wheelwatch on entering port and the Master gives you a rudder command which conflicts with a rudder command from the Pilot. What should you do?
Y a. Obey the Master. N b. Obey the Pilot. N c. Bring the rudder to a position midway between the two conflicting orders. N d. Ask the Pilot if he relinquishes control. 4012: The purpose of item G is to __________. (D024DG )
N a. distribute the vessel's thrust over a wider area N b. prevent the towboat from capsizing if item I should part Y c. prevent the knee from shifting when the rudder is put hard over N d. keep the barges from shifting fore and aft 4114: When accepting vehicles for shipment, the Master should ensure that __________.
N a. all decks intended for the stowage of vehicles are, in so far as is practicable, free from oil and grease N b. the ship has on board an adequate supply of cargo securing gear, which is maintained in sound working condition N c. vehicles are in apparent good order and condition suitable for sea transport, particularly with regards to securing Y d. All of the above 4139: A disadvantage of using chain lashing on heavy vehicles aboard Ro-Ro vessels is that __________.
N a. it is easily damaged N b. it is affected by temperature Y c. the links lose strength if placed over corners N d. it has high initial cost 4157: Which of the following element(s) should be taken into account in the preparation of the "Cargo Securing Manual"?
N a. Duration of the voyage N b. Types of cargo units and vehicles to be carried N c. Weight of cargo units and vehicles Y d. All of the above 4188: The most important safety consideration during loading or discharge aboard a Ro-Ro vessel is __________.
N a. having all crewmembers and longshoremen wear hard hats Y b. the thorough ventilation of all cargo spaces N c. ensuring that visitors cannot come aboard N d. having the outboard anchor down 4273: During which condition should the operator of a pedestal crane shutdown operations?
N a. Bunkering Y b. High winds N c. Potable water spill on deck N d. More than 3° list