Question 240 Rules of the Road

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BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Every vessel that is to keep out of the way of another vessel must take positive early action to comply with this obligation and must __________.

A avoid passing astern of the other vessel
B sound one prolonged blast to indicate compliance
C avoid crossing ahead of the other vessel
D alter course to port for a vessel on her port side
AI Explanation

The correct answer is C) avoid crossing ahead of the other vessel. According to the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS), a vessel that is required to keep out of the way of another vessel must take early and substantial action to keep well clear of the other vessel. This includes avoiding crossing ahead of the other vessel, as crossing in front of the other vessel could lead to a collision. The other answer choices are incorrect, as they do not directly address the requirement to avoid crossing ahead of the other vessel.

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