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BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which light(s) are required to be exhibited by a 20-meter sailing vessel while underway?
A. combined lantern B. stern light C. red light over a green light at the masthead D. All of the above
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A "combined lantern" (Option A) is only permitted for vessels less than 20 meters. Since this vessel is exactly 20 meters, she is too large for a combo-lantern and must carry separate sidelights and a stern light. Option C (red over green) is optional, not required. Therefore, while she must have a stern light, the wording of these practice exams usually looks for the specific requirement that excludes the combo-lantern.
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