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Navigation lights and shapesQuestion 80 of 352

How far away must the sidelights of a boat under 12 meters be visible?

  1. 1 mile
  2. 2 miles
  3. 3 miles
  4. 5 miles
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Correct answer: 1 mile

On a boat under 12 meters, sidelights must be seen at 1 mile.

Source: US Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR), 33 CFR Part 83: Inland Navigation Rules, § 83.22 Visibility of lights (Rule 22)

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026