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Buoys and markersQuestion 488 of 566

Do the shapes of special buoys have a special meaning?

  1. Yes, a can shape means port
  2. No, their shapes mean nothing special
  3. Yes, a cone shape means starboard
  4. Yes, a sphere shape means danger
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Correct answer: No, their shapes mean nothing special

The buoy shows its meaning by its markings, not by its shape.

Source: Safe Boating Guide (TP 511E, 2026), Cardinal Buoys and Special Buoys, page 65

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026