BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which action should be avoided if it becomes necessary for a stand-on vessel to take action to avoid collision?

Correct Answer: Option D — turn to port for a vessel on her own port side

Rule 17(c) cautions that a stand-on vessel taking action to avoid collision with another power-driven vessel shall not, if the circumstances of the case admit, alter course to port for a vessel on her own port side. This prevents creating a crossing situation that could further complicate the collision avoidance.