Question 18 of 30
How would you know exactly how many people a specific lifeboat is certified to safely hold?
A
By guessing from its length
B
The number of persons should be clearly stated on the outside of the boat's bow
C
By looking up the vessel's crew list only
D
It is written inside the main engine casing plate only
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option B: The number of persons should be clearly stated on the outside of the boat's bow.
The capacity of a lifeboat is a mandatory safety specification and must be clearly and permanently marked on the exterior of the boat to allow for rapid verification during emergencies.