🔍 Key Concepts

• Marine mammal protection regulations in North American waters • The purpose of whale conservation zones / speed restrictions • What actions could increase risk to the whale

💭 Think About

• Which option best reduces disturbance and collision risk to a whale directly ahead of your vessel? • Is it more important to change your navigation behavior or to make noise when a whale is nearby? • Which authority in the choices is actually mentioned and does that match the typical jurisdiction for northern right whales in exam questions?

✅ Before You Answer

• Eliminate any option that would bring you closer to the whale or keep you on a collision course • Be cautious of any action that involves making loud sounds near marine mammals • Check which option reflects both safety of navigation and protection of an endangered species