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A QUICK light (Q) flashes at approximately what rate?
- A15 flashes per minute
- B30 flashes per minute
- C50 to 60 flashes per minute✓ Correct
- D120 flashes per minute
Explanation
A Quick (Q) light flashes at a rate of 50 to 60 times per minute. Very Quick (VQ) lights flash 100 to 120 times per minute.
Authority: 33 CFR 62 (U.S. ATON System)
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