Which buoy will NOT display white retro-reflective material?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — Preferred channel mark
USCG navigation standards specify retro-reflective material application. Safe waters, isolated dangers, and lateral marks utilize specific colors, but preferred channel marks display red or green retro-reflective tape matching their primary lateral color, rather than standard white.
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