If the last transponder inspection was performed on September 1, 2014, the next inspection will be due no later than what date?

• A. September 30, 2016
• B. September 1, 2015
• C. September 30, 2015
• D. August 31, 2016

Answer: (A)

The rule being tested is that the transponder inspection must occur no more than 24 calendar months after the previous inspection, with the due date being the last day of the 24th calendar month after that inspection.

Starting from September 1, 2014, counting 24 calendar months brings you to the end of September 2016. Therefore, the inspection is due no later than September 30, 2016. The other dates correspond to shorter or miscounted intervals (12 months or ending a month earlier), which don’t satisfy the 24-month requirement.