Question

1. which of the following accurately describes the two types of diver-down flags?

a. a blue-and-white flag or a rectangular red flag with a white diagonal stripe
b. a blue-and-white flag or a rectangular green flag with a white diagonal stripe
c. a blue-and-white flag or a rectangular yellow flag with a white diagonal stripe
d. a blue-and-white flag or a rectangular black flag with a white diagonal stripe

Explanation:

Identify the two types of diver-down flags

The two widely recognized flags used to indicate diving activity are:

1. The federal/state diver-down flag: A rectangular red flag with a white diagonal stripe running from the top left corner to the bottom right corner.
2. The international code flag Alfa: A blue-and-white flag (specifically, a swallowtail flag with a white hoist and blue fly) used on vessels restricted in their ability to maneuver due to diving operations.

Match with the given options

• Option A correctly identifies the two flags as a blue-and-white flag (Alfa flag) or a rectangular red flag with a white diagonal stripe.
• Options B, C, and D list incorrect colors (green, yellow, and black) for the diagonal-striped flag.

Answer:

• (A) a blue-and-white flag or a rectangular red flag with a white diagonal stripe (Correct answer)
• (B) a blue-and-white flag or a rectangular green flag with a white diagonal stripe
• (C) a blue-and-white flag or a rectangular yellow flag with a white diagonal stripe
• (D) a blue-and-white flag or a rectangular black flag with a white diagonal stripe