Question 403 Rules of the Road

90% to pass

INTERNATIONAL ONLY In a narrow channel, a signal of intent which must be answered by the other vessel, is sounded during which of the following situations?

A A vessel crossing the course of another
B A vessel meeting another head-on
C A vessel overtaking in a narrow channel
D All of the above
AI Explanation

The correct answer is C) A vessel overtaking in a narrow channel. According to the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS), a vessel overtaking another in a narrow channel must sound a signal of intent, which the other vessel must answer. This is specified in Rule 34(c) of the COLREGS. The other answer choices, such as a vessel crossing the course of another (Rule 15) or a vessel meeting another head-on (Rule 14), do not require the specific signal of intent that is necessary when one vessel is overtaking another in a narrow channel.

Related Questions
Q138:BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are crossing a narrow channel in a small motorbo... Q416:INTERNATIONAL ONLY What statement is TRUE when operating in fog and other vessel... Q325:INLAND ONLY What lights are required for a barge being pushed ahead, not being p... Q500:BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Vessel "A" is overtaking vessel "B" as shown in illu... Q865:BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND While underway, you see a vessel displaying the shap...

Ready to test your knowledge?

Take a Rules of the Road Practice Exam
Official Resources
USCG Navigation Rules (COLREGS) 33 CFR Navigation Rules USCG Navigation Center
← Previous Question All Questions Next Question →

Pass Your Coast Guard Licensing Exams!

Study offline, track your progress, and simulate real exams with the Coast Guard Exams app

Download on App Store Get it on Google Play Download for Mac