You are entering an African port and see ahead of you a red can-shaped buoy. What action should you take?

Correct Answer: Option B — Alter course to leave the buoy to port

IALA Region A dictates that when entering from seaward, the port side of the channel is marked by red buoys. A red can-shaped buoy indicates the port hand side of the channel; therefore, you must alter course to leave the buoy to your port side.