
AIS
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- Q1What is the primary purpose of an Automatic Identification System (AIS)?To manage port traffic controlTo provide GPS navigation servicesTo enhance maritime safety by tracking vessel positionsTo monitor weather conditions at sea30s
- Q2Which frequency band is primarily used by the Automatic Identification System (AIS) for communication?UHF frequency bandInfrared frequency bandVHF frequency bandHF frequency band30s
- Q3What kind of data does the Automatic Identification System (AIS) provide?Cargo weight and destinationVessel identification, position, course, and speedFishing data and species caughtWeather data and sea temperature30s
- Q4Which of the following is a key benefit of using the Automatic Identification System (AIS)?Increased fishing quotasEnhanced underwater communicationImproved collision avoidance at seaReduced fuel consumption30s
- Q5How often does the Automatic Identification System (AIS) typically transmit data for a moving vessel?Every minuteEvery 2 to 12 secondsEvery hourEvery 30 seconds30s
- Q6What is a major limitation of the Automatic Identification System (AIS)?It requires manual input for vessel identificationIt only transmits data during the dayIt provides real-time weather updatesIt does not work in areas with no VHF coverage30s
- Q7Which vessels are required to use the Automatic Identification System (AIS) under international maritime regulations?All fishing boatsNaval vessels onlyPleasure craft under 20 metersCommercial vessels over 300 gross tonnage30s
- Q8What additional information can an Automatic Identification System (AIS) transmit beyond basic vessel data?Coastal weather dataCargo contents and weightVoyage-related information such as destination and ETAHull material and engine type30s
- Q9What technology does the Automatic Identification System (AIS) primarily utilize for broadcasting vessel information?Satellite communicationLine-of-sight radio communicationUnderwater sonarInfrared signaling30s
- Q10Which type of AIS device is designed for use on smaller vessels like fishing boats or recreational crafts?Class A AISType 2 AISClass B AISType 1 AIS30s