Question 291 Rules of the Road

The correct answer is C) reduce your speed to bare steerageway. According to the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS), when two vessels are approaching each other in reduced visibility, the vessel that hears the fog signal of the other vessel on its starboard side is required to take early and substantial action to avoid a collision. Reducing speed to bare steerageway is the appropriate action as it allows the vessel to maintain control and maneuverability while minimizing the risk of collision. The other options are incorrect because altering course to starboard (A) or port (D) could put the vessel on a collision course, and slowing down to let the other vessel pass ahead (B) may not provide enough time or room to avoid a collision.