What is usually the first step for a GMDSS Radio Operator to take when initiating a Distress priority message via Inmarsat?

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By pressing a "Distress Button " or "Distress Hot Key (s)" on the equipment .

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By dialing the correct code on the telephone remote unit.

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By contacting the LES operator and announcing a Distress condition is in existence.

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By contacting the LES operator using the radiotelephone Distress procedure "Mayday"... etc.

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