Rules of the Road USCG Question #2016 (Set 33)

INTERNATIONAL ONLY Which vessel shall avoid impeding the safe passage of a vessel constrained by her draft?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — A sailing vessel

COLREG Rule 18(d) mandates that any vessel, unless not under command or restricted in her ability to maneuver, must avoid impeding the safe passage of a vessel constrained by her draft. A sailing vessel does not have priority over a vessel constrained by her draft under these rules.

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