| What does the DSC control unit do if the GMDSS Radio Operator fails to insert updated information when initiating a DSC distress alert? |
| A) It will abort the transmission and set off an audible alarm that must be manually reset. |
| B) It will initiate the DSC distress alert, but any station receiving it will have to establish contact with the distressed vessel to determine its identity, position and situation. |
| C) It will initiate the DSC distress alert but, as no information will be transmitted, rescue personnel will not be able to identify the vessel, its position or its situation. |
| D) It will initiate the DSC distress alert and default information will automatically be transmitted. |
