BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel approaching your vessel from 235° relative is in what type of situation?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — Overtaking
Rule 13(b) defines an overtaking situation as one where a vessel approaches another from a direction more than 22.5 degrees abaft her beam. A bearing of 235 degrees relative is 55 degrees abaft the beam, placing the vessel clearly in the overtaking sector of the vessel being approached.
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