GMDSS FCC Element 7 Practice Test

The correctly formatted Inmarsat-C address book entry for sending messages to a shoreside terminal in New Jersey is presented as just a string of digits: 238276992. Inmarsat-C addresses are typically numerical and do not include any extraneous characters that could lead to confusion in routing the message.

Using only the digits makes it clear and straightforward for the system to identify and process the address accurately. Each numerical address corresponds to a specific terminal, and maintaining the format without added characters ensures compatibility with the Inmarsat-C messaging system.

The other formats that include parentheses, hashtags, or plus signs are not standard for Inmarsat-C addresses. Parentheses or other punctuation could complicate communication and lead to errors in message delivery. Therefore, the plain number format is not only correct but essential for effective functioning within the GMDSS communication protocol.