BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Vessels "I" and "II" are power-driven vessels. You are on vessel "I" as shown in illustration D036RR below. In this scenario you are which of the following?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — stand-on vessel
Rule 15 requires the vessel that has the other on her own starboard side to keep out of the way. In this crossing situation, Vessel I has Vessel II on its starboard side, making Vessel I the give-way vessel, while Vessel II is the stand-on vessel.
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