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Set 14 • Question #172 of 475
Launch Interactive Practice Room BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND When shall the stand-on vessel in a crossing situation take action to avoid the other vessel?
A
When a risk of collision exists
B
When action by the give-way vessel alone will not prevent a collision
✓ Correct Answer
C
When the bearing to give-way vessel becomes steady
D
When the vessels become less than 1/2 mile apart
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
Under Inland Navigation Rules, for the condition where 'When shall the stand-on vessel in a crossing situation take action to avoid the other vessel', the correct requirement is: 'When action by the give-way vessel alone will not prevent a collision'. This standard ensures clear navigational intent and collision avoidance.
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