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Accidents and reportingQuestion 310 of 352

A person dies within 24 hours of a boating accident. Within how many hours must the report be made?

  1. 48 hours after the accident
  2. 6 hours after the accident
  3. 24 hours after the accident
  4. 10 days after the accident
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Correct answer: 48 hours after the accident

A death within 24 hours needs a report within 48 hours of the occurrence.

Source: US Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR), 33 CFR Part 173: Vessel Numbering and Casualty and Accident Reporting, § 173.55 Report of casualty or accident

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026