Coast Guard Exams
Question 77Rules of the Road90% to pass

BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Two power-driven vessels are crossing as shown in illustration D042RR below. Vessel "A" sounds one short blast on the whistle. Vessel "B" is which of the following in this scenario?

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AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) stand-on vessel. In this scenario, Vessel "A" is the give-way vessel, as it has sounded one short blast on the whistle, indicating it intends to alter course to the right. Vessel "B" is the stand-on vessel, which means it must maintain its course and speed, allowing Vessel "A" to pass safely. The other options are incorrect because: A) Vessel "B" is not the give-way vessel, as it has the right-of-way; B) Vessel "B" is not the overtaking vessel, as it is crossing Vessel "A" at an angle; and D) Vessel "B" is not the burdened vessel, as it has the right-of-way in this crossing situation.

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