Practice question

A VTS operator is monitoring a deep-draft vessel and needs to ensure it stays clear of a known underwater obstruction. On the electronic chart display, the operator sees a symbol with the letters 'Wk' next to it. What does this symbol represent?

  1. A designated anchorage spot for vessels with a specific draft.
  2. A wreck, where any associated number indicates the cleared water depth above it at chart datum.
  3. A wellhead or other underwater exploration device.
  4. A warning point for a pilot boarding station.

Answer: B — A wreck, where any associated number indicates the cleared water depth above it at chart datum.

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