Rules of the Road USCG Question #1624 (Set 20)

BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You see a red sidelight bearing NW (315°). That vessel may be heading in which direction?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — southwest (225°)

Rule 21 defines sidelights as showing an unbroken arc of 112.5 degrees. If you see a red (port) light bearing 315 degrees, the vessel is showing its port side to you. To present that aspect, the vessel must be heading in a direction that places your position to its starboard, specifically southwest (225 degrees).

100% Free & Open Access — No daily limits, paywalls, or gated answers on BrightMariner.
Back to Rules of the Road Sets