INLAND ONLY You are overtaking another power-driven vessel and sound a whistle signal indicating that you intend to pass the vessel along her starboard side. If the other vessel answers your signal with five short and rapid blasts, you should __________.

Correct Answer: Option C — not overtake the other vessel until both vessels exchange the same passing signal

33 CFR 83.34(d) dictates that if a vessel is in doubt as to the intentions of another, it must sound at least five short and rapid blasts. The overtaking vessel must not proceed with the maneuver until both vessels have exchanged the same passing signal, ensuring mutual understanding and safety.