For general communications purposes, simplex frequencies are:

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — Both a) and c) are correct.

Simplex frequencies use the same channel for both transmit and receive, meaning only one station can talk at a time. This configuration is standard for ship-to-ship communications and is also used for short-range or direct communications between vessels and private coast stations where duplex capability is not required or available.

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