BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are the watch officer on a power-driven vessel and notice a large sailing vessel approaching from astern. Which action should you take?

Correct Answer: Option D — hold your course and speed

Rule 13(a) dictates that any vessel overtaking any other shall keep out of the way of the vessel being overtaken. As the power-driven vessel being overtaken, you are the stand-on vessel and must maintain your course and speed to allow the overtaking vessel to maneuver safely.