A vessel's Classification Certificate is issued by the __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — American Bureau of Shipping
Classification certificates, which verify that a vessel's hull and machinery comply with specific structural and safety standards, are issued by recognized classification societies such as the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), rather than government regulatory agencies.
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