Question 133Rules of the Road90% to pass
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND When in sight of another vessel and there is sufficient sea room, any action taken to avoid collision must _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) not result in another close-quarters situation.
The reasoning behind this is that the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS) and the Inland Navigation Rules require that any action taken to avoid a collision must be positive, made in ample time, and with due regard to the observance of good seamanship. The action should not create another close-quarters situation or dangerous condition.
The other options are incorrect because: A) sound signals are not required for every action taken to avoid collision, and B) a speed change is not always necessary, as the action taken must be appropriate to the circumstances.
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