A vessel sighting a northern right whale...

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A vessel sighting a northern right whale dead ahead should take which action?

Question 1 of 27070

A vessel sighting a northern right whale dead ahead should take which action?

🔍 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

Question 1 of 27070

A vessel sighting a northern right whale dead ahead should take which action?

Report the whale's position to the Canadian Coast Guard

Immediately leave the area at slow speed

Maintain course and speed

Sound the vessel's whistle to alert the animal