Question 269Rules of the Road90% to pass
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND In a crossing situation on open waters, which does a sailing vessel NOT have to "keep out of the way of"?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) engaged in towing.
According to the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS), a sailing vessel is not required to "keep out of the way of" a vessel engaged in towing. This is because a vessel engaged in towing is considered a power-driven vessel, and the general rule is that a sailing vessel must keep out of the way of a power-driven vessel. However, the other options (B, C, and D) are vessels that a sailing vessel must keep out of the way of, as they are either restricted in their ability to maneuver, not under command, or engaged in fishing.
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