Question 117Rules of the Road90% to pass
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are watching another vessel approach and her compass bearing is not changing. What does this indicate?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) a risk of collision exists.
When the compass bearing of another vessel is not changing, it indicates that the two vessels are on a constant bearing, which means they are on a collision course. This is a situation where a risk of collision exists, as the two vessels are approaching each other at a constant angle, and if no action is taken, they will collide.
The other options are incorrect because:
A) "a special circumstances situation exists" does not accurately describe the situation, which is a risk of collision.
B) "the other vessel is dead in the water" does not necessarily indicate a risk of collision, as the vessels could be on different courses.
D) "you are the stand-on vessel" does not directly address the fact that there is a risk of collision.
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