BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A traffic separation zone is that part of a traffic separation scheme which __________.

Correct Answer: Option A — separates traffic proceeding in one direction from traffic proceeding in the opposite direction

Rule 10(a)(ii) explicitly defines the traffic separation zone as the portion of a traffic separation scheme that separates traffic proceeding in one direction from traffic proceeding in the opposite direction. This physical buffer is critical for maintaining navigational safety and order within high-density shipping lanes globally.