Rules of the Road USCG Question #986 (Set 17)

INTERNATIONAL ONLY Vessels "A" and "B" are meeting on a river as shown in illustration D041RR below, and will pass 1/4 mile apart. Which light on vessel "B" will you see if you are on vessel "A"?

USCG Exam Illustration D041RR
USCG Examination Diagram: Illustration D041RR
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — None of the above

Under International Rules, a power-driven vessel meeting another head-on displays masthead lights, sidelights, and a sternlight. There is no requirement for special flashing yellow lights or yellow towing lights for standard power-driven vessels. Therefore, none of the listed lights are applicable to a standard meeting situation.

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