The certification of the inspection issued to a vessel carrying more than 6 passengers must be ___________

• A. On the bridge
• B. In the crew area
• C. Posted on board under glass if practical
• D. In the captain's cabin

Answer: (C)

The key idea is that a vessel that carries more than six passengers must display its certificate of inspection in a visible, protected spot on board. This certificate confirms the vessel has been inspected and approved to carry that many passengers, so making it easy to see ensures everyone—from crew to passengers—knows the vessel is authorized to operate with that passenger load. Placing it “under glass if practical” provides a secure, glare-free spot that is still clearly visible, which is why this option is the best. The other locations aren’t as reliably visible or protected, so they don’t meet the posting requirement.