APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) — Question 118

A vessel operating under the threat of piracy or hostile military action is protected by the:

Answer options

• A. United Nations (UN) military forces.
• B. country closest to the vessel at the time of attack.
• C. shipping company registry.
• D. naval forces of the flag of registry.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because the naval forces of the flag of registry are responsible for providing protection to vessels under their flag. Options A and B do not guarantee protection as they depend on various circumstances, and option C is irrelevant to direct military protection.