Question 14 of 30
In survival situations, which of the following visual distress signals is explicitly acceptable for daylight use only?
A
Handheld red flares
B
Rocket parachute flares
C
Orange smoke signals
D
Red aerial stars
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option C: Orange smoke signals.
Orange smoke signals provide high visibility against the blue sea during daylight. Because they are not luminous, they are ineffective at night, unlike parachute flares, which are designed for both day and night use.