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Buoys and markersQuestion 480 of 566

A buoy is split down the middle, white on one half and red on the other. What does it mark?

  1. Safe water, such as a channel entrance
  2. An isolated danger
  3. A bifurcation of the channel
  4. A swimming area
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Correct answer: Safe water, such as a channel entrance

The red and white split buoy is a fairway buoy. It marks safe water.

Source: Safe Boating Guide (TP 511E, 2026), Lateral Buoys and Standard Daybeacons, page 64

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