Where should registration numbers be displayed?

Where should registration numbers be displayed?

• A. On the stern of the vessel
• B. On the deck near the helm
• C. Forward part of port and starboard
• D. On the bow near anchor

Answer: (C)

Registration numbers are there to identify the vessel to authorities and other mariners, so they must be clearly visible from the water. The proper placement is on the forward part of the hull, on both the port and starboard sides, so readers can see them from either direction as the vessel approaches. Putting them on the stern, on the deck, or only in a single forward spot near the anchor wouldn’t provide the consistent, bilateral visibility required, which is why the forward hull areas on both sides is the correct location.

Registration numbers are there to identify the vessel to authorities and other mariners, so they must be clearly visible from the water. The proper placement is on the forward part of the hull, on both the port and starboard sides, so readers can see them from either direction as the vessel approaches. Putting them on the stern, on the deck, or only in a single forward spot near the anchor wouldn’t provide the consistent, bilateral visibility required, which is why the forward hull areas on both sides is the correct location.