Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding automatic identification systems (AIS) ?()
A:The master may,at his/her discretion,turn off the AIS if he/she believes that it may compromise the safety or security of the vessel
B:Under no circumstances shall AIS be turned off while underway as this could endanger the vessel and those around her
C:AIS is always required to be operating if the vessel is in or in the vicinity of a VTS area
D:AIS is always required to be operating if the vessel is within 100 nautical miles of the coastline
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