Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding automatic id

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding automatic identification systems (AIS) ? ________.

A.AIS cannot be used to make passing arrangements because the system is not capable of this type of ship-to-ship communications

B.AIS cannot be used to make passing arrangements because the ship-to-ship text messaging feature is for emergency use only

C.AIS can be used to make passing arrangements via ship-to-ship text messaging but a vessel operator is not relieved from the requirement to sound whistle signals or make arrangements via bridge-to-bridge radiotelephone

D.AIS can be used to make passing arrangements via ship-to-ship text massaging thus relieving a vessel operator from making such arrangements via bridge-to-bridge radiotelephone or signaling intent to pass via whistle signals

正确答案是C