Which of the following statements concerning satellite EPIRBs is true?

Correct Answer: Option A — Once activated, these EPIRBs transmit a signal for use in identifying the vessel and for determining the position of the beacon.

Activated 406 MHz satellite EPIRBs transmit encoded digital data containing unique identification and position coordinates. This signal directly assists Search and Rescue Authorities in identifying the distressed vessel and pinpointing its geographical location globally via the COSPAS-SARSAT satellite constellation.