Deck General (Supplementary) USCG Question #858 (Set 16)

INLAND ONLY Which statement is TRUE of a power-driven vessel proceeding downbound with the current, when meeting an upbound vessel on the Western Rivers?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — She shall propose the manner of passage.

Under Inland Rules for Western Rivers, the downbound vessel with the current initiates the maneuvering signals and proposes the manner of passage, taking charge of navigating the narrow channel safely.

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