Deck General (Supplementary) USCG Question #973 (Set 17)

INTERNATIONAL ONLY Of the vessels listed, which must keep out of the way of all the others?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — A vessel pushing a barge

COLREG Rule 18 establishes the hierarchy of vessel responsibilities. A normal power-driven vessel, including one pushing a barge, does not hold special status and must keep out of the way of restricted, constrained, and fishing vessels.

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