Deck General USCG Q#223 (Set 7)

When a helmsman receives the command "Right 15 degrees rudder," What should the helmsman's immediate reply be ?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — "Right 15 degrees rudder"

Standard bridge voice-procedure protocols require the helmsman to immediately repeat back every rudder or engine order verbatim to confirm correct receipt and comprehension before execution by the steering system.

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