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What does starboard indicate on a vessel?

  1. Back of the vessel

  2. Front of the vessel

  3. Left side of the vessel

  4. Right side of the vessel

The correct answer is: Right side of the vessel

Starboard indicates the right side of a vessel. This term is used when navigating and is important for avoiding collisions. Port is the term used for the left side of a vessel, making option C incorrect. The back of a vessel is commonly referred to as the stern, making option A incorrect. The front of a vessel is referred to as the bow, making option B incorrect.