Question 169Rules of the Road90% to pass
INLAND ONLY Which statement is TRUE of a power-driven vessel proceeding downbound with the current, when meeting an upbound vessel on the Western Rivers?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) All of the above.
Under the Western Rivers Rules, a power-driven vessel proceeding downbound with the current has the right of way when meeting an upbound vessel. This vessel shall propose the manner of passage by sounding the appropriate maneuvering signals. The downbound vessel has the initiative to dictate the safe passing arrangement, as it has the advantage of the current.
The other options are incorrect because they do not fully capture the requirements for the downbound vessel. Option A is incomplete, Option B is correct but does not include the other obligations, and Option C is incorrect as the downbound vessel, not the upbound, shall initiate the maneuvering signals.
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