Question 7Rules of the Road90% to pass
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND In a crossing situation on open waters, a sailing vessel shall keep out of the way of all the following vessels EXCEPT a ?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) power-driven vessel approaching on her starboard side.
According to the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS), in a crossing situation on open waters, a sailing vessel shall keep out of the way of a power-driven vessel approaching on her starboard side. This is because the power-driven vessel has the right-of-way in this scenario, and the sailing vessel must take evasive action to avoid a collision.
The other options are incorrect because a vessel not under command (A) or a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver (D) have the right-of-way over a sailing vessel, and a vessel fishing (B) has the same obligations as a sailing vessel in a crossing situation.
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