What information is transmitted by a 406 MHz EPIRB alert?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — A unique Hexadecimal I.D. number.
A 406 MHz EPIRB transmits a unique hexadecimal identification code. This ID is registered in a national database, allowing rescue authorities to retrieve vessel details and emergency contact information immediately upon receiving the distress alert, significantly improving the efficiency of the rescue response.
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