Question 245Deck General70% to pass
While you are on watch entering port, the Master gives the helmsman a rudder command which conflicts with a rudder command from the Pilot. You should make sure the helmsman _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) obeys the Master.
According to maritime regulations, the Master of the vessel has the ultimate authority and responsibility for the safe navigation and operation of the ship. The Pilot is an advisor who provides local expertise, but the Master is still in command. In a situation where there is a conflict between the Master's orders and the Pilot's recommendations, the helmsman should follow the orders of the Master. This ensures a clear chain of command and maintains the Master's authority, which is crucial for the safe navigation of the vessel.
The other options are incorrect because: A) the helmsman should not need to ask you for instructions in this situation, as the Master's orders take precedence; C) the helmsman should not try to split the difference, as that could result in an unsafe maneuver; and D) the helmsman should not obey the Pilot's orders in this case, as the Master's authority supersedes the Pilot's recommendations.
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