Question 65Rules of the Road90% to pass
INTERNATIONAL ONLY You are approaching another vessel and will pass starboard to starboard without danger if no course changes are made. What action should you take?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) Hold course and sound no whistle signal.
According to the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS), when two vessels are approaching each other and will pass starboard to starboard without danger, no special maneuvering or whistle signals are required. The vessels should simply hold their course and speed, as the risk of collision is low in this scenario. Sounding a whistle signal or changing course unnecessarily could actually increase the risk of confusion or collision.
The other options are incorrect because they would involve taking unnecessary actions that are not required by the COLREGS in this passing situation.
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