Deck General (Supplementary) USCG Question #852 (Set 16)

INLAND ONLY A power driven vessel proceeding downstream in a narrow channel on the Western Rivers sights another power driven vessel moving upstream. Which vessel has the right of way?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — The vessel moving downstream with a following current

Inland Rules for Western Rivers give the downbound vessel with a following current the right-of-way over an upbound vessel, because the downbound vessel has less maneuverability due to the current's set.

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