Question 202Rules of the Road90% to pass
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Vessel "A" is overtaking vessel "B" as shown in illustration D017RR below. Vessel "B" should do which of the following?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) should hold her course and speed.
In this situation, the International and Inland Navigational Rules indicate that when a vessel "A" is overtaking vessel "B", vessel "B" should maintain its course and speed. The overtaking vessel "A" is required to keep clear and pass at a safe distance. Vessel "B" should not take any action that could interfere with the safe passage of the overtaking vessel "A".
The other options are incorrect because:
A) Vessel "B" does not have the right to steer various courses, as the overtaking vessel "A" must keep clear.
B) Slowing down is not required, as vessel "B" should maintain its course and speed.
D) Changing course to the right is not necessary, as vessel "B" should hold its course.
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