Question

SB-4 Which one of the following is true about red buoys under the U.S. Aids to Navigation System?

Answer 1

Question:

1. Some are known as "nun" buoys

2. They are labeled with odd numbers

3. If it is lighted, the light color is green

4. Some are known as "can" buoys

Answer:

The correct option is;

1. Some are known as "nun" buoys

Explanation:

Based on the lateral system, on the starboard side, one can find the red even numbered marks while the odd-numbered, green, marks are located on the port side of a channel such that the buoy numbers increase as a vessel travels upstream.

The red buoys are cones shaped in appearance and have triangular reflective sign markings embossed and they are of different types included in the order of lower water depth

1. NUN buoy

2. Lighted buoy

3. Light

4. Day beacon

Therefore, the correct option is 1. Some are known as "NUN" buoys.