BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The Rules state that a vessel overtaking another vessel is relieved of her duty to keep clear when __________.

Correct Answer: Option C — she is past and clear of the other vessel

COLREG Rule 13 governs overtaking situations, stipulating that any vessel overtaking another must keep out of the way until she is finally past and clear. This legal obligation persists continuously until physical clearance is fully established and verified by navigational sights.