Question 71 Rules of the Road

The correct answer is D) starboard side of the channel. Under both international and inland navigation rules, vessels should keep to the starboard (right) side of the channel or waterway when underway, unless otherwise directed. This helps to maintain the expected flow of traffic and avoid collisions. Keeping to the starboard side is the standard practice and is required by the navigation rules to ensure the safe passage of vessels. The other options are incorrect because: A) the middle of the channel should be avoided as it could interfere with two-way traffic; B) the widest turns may not necessarily be the safest option; and C) keeping to the port (left) side would go against the standard navigation practices.