Rules of the Road USCG Question #1581 (Set 19)

BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are the stand-on vessel in a crossing situation. If you think the give-way vessel is NOT taking sufficient action to avoid collision, which action should you take?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — Sound the danger signal

Rule 17(d) states that if the give-way vessel fails to take appropriate action, the stand-on vessel may take action to avoid collision. Rule 34(d) requires the stand-on vessel to sound the danger signal (at least five short and rapid blasts) to indicate doubt regarding the other vessel's intentions.

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