BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Two vessels are approaching each other near head-on. What action should be taken to avoid collision?

Correct Answer: Option A — Both vessels should alter course to starboard.

Rule 14 mandates that when two power-driven vessels meet on reciprocal or nearly reciprocal courses involving risk of collision, each shall alter her course to starboard so that each shall pass on the port side of the other. This standardizes passing maneuvers to ensure predictable, safe navigation.