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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