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Q1. Describe the procedure involved in obtaining a radio check and log in from a base station called Redcliffe Coast Guard,
on a vHf radio before setting out for a days research aboard a vessel called Research I that had its ship's details registered
with the Coast Guard. (Pages 22-23)
Q2. Describe three types of emergency call given on a marine radio and describe when they are used (Page 23)
Q3. Explain how a DSC distress button is used in emergency coordination andwhat follows immediately after its use. (Page
24)
Q4. Interpret the messages on the two screens below and predict what will happen next (Page 24)
