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Set 16 • Question #221 of 475
Launch Interactive Practice Room BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which statement is TRUE in an overtaking situation?
A
An overtaking situation exists when one vessel is approaching another vessel from anywhere abaft the beam.
B
It is the duty of the vessel being overtaken to get out of the way.
C
Any later change of bearing between the two vessels shall not make the overtaking vessel a crossing vessel.
✓ Correct Answer
D
All of the above
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
Under Inland Navigation Rules, for the condition where 'Which statement is TRUE in an overtaking situation', the correct requirement is: 'Any later change of bearing between the two vessels shall not make the overtaking vessel a crossing vessel.'. This standard ensures clear navigational intent and collision avoidance.
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