Which of the following statements is true regarding Distress alerting under GMDSS?

Correct Answer: Option A — The Distress alert should identify the station in Distress and its position & time of position update. Also, the alert may include the nature of the Distress, the type of assistance required, or the course and speed of the mobile unit.

Distress alerts must provide essential data to facilitate search and rescue operations. Per IMO standards, the alert includes the vessel's identity, position, and time of position update. Optional data like nature of distress or vessel movement provides critical context to rescue coordination centers for effective resource deployment.