Rules of the Road USCG Question #1803 (Set 26)

BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You see another vessel approaching, and its compass bearing does not significantly change. What does this indicate?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — risk of collision exists

Rule 7(d)(i) states that risk of collision shall be deemed to exist if the compass bearing of an approaching vessel does not appreciably change. This observation is a primary indicator that the vessels are on a collision course, necessitating immediate action to alter the situation.

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