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Navigation lights and shapesQuestion 90 of 352

A boat tows astern at night. Where does its yellow towing light go?

  1. In a vertical line above the sternlight
  2. Below the sidelights
  3. On the bow
  4. Beside the masthead light
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Correct answer: In a vertical line above the sternlight

The towing light sits directly above the white sternlight.

Source: US Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR), 33 CFR Part 83: Inland Navigation Rules, § 83.24 Towing and pushing (Rule 24)

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026