Which statement best describes navigation lights during inspection?

Which statement best describes navigation lights during inspection?

• A. Lights show bright when switch is turned on; anchor light shows separately from masthead and stern light configuration.
• B. Lights show bright when switch is turned on.
• C. Anchor light shows only during the day.
• D. Lights can be left off if visibility is good.

Answer: (A)

During an inspection, you check that navigation lighting is both powered and correctly arranged. The lights should be bright when you switch them on, confirming the system is functioning. In addition, the anchor light must be separate from the masthead and stern light configuration, meaning it is a distinct light or circuit so it’s clearly visible and not mixed with the other running lights. This separation helps other vessels identify your status at night and prevents misinterpretation of your position. The other statements don’t fit because they either omit the need for the anchor light to be distinct from the other lights, imply the anchor light is only for daytime use, or suggest lights can be left off when visibility is good.

During an inspection, you check that navigation lighting is both powered and correctly arranged. The lights should be bright when you switch them on, confirming the system is functioning. In addition, the anchor light must be separate from the masthead and stern light configuration, meaning it is a distinct light or circuit so it’s clearly visible and not mixed with the other running lights. This separation helps other vessels identify your status at night and prevents misinterpretation of your position.

The other statements don’t fit because they either omit the need for the anchor light to be distinct from the other lights, imply the anchor light is only for daytime use, or suggest lights can be left off when visibility is good.