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Set 16 • Question #230 of 475
Launch Interactive Practice Room BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are in charge of a stand-on vessel in a crossing situation. The other vessel is 1.5 miles to port. You believe that risk of collision exists. You should __________.
A
take avoiding action immediately upon determining that risk of collision exists
B
immediately sound the danger signal
C
take avoiding action only after providing the give-way vessel time to take action, and determining that her action is not appropriate
✓ Correct Answer
D
hold course and speed until the point of extremis, and then sound the danger signal, taking whatever action will best avert collision
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
Under Inland Navigation Rules, for the condition where 'You are in charge of a stand-on vessel in a crossing situation. The other vessel is 1.5 miles to port. You believe that risk of collision exists. You should', the correct requirement is: 'take avoiding action only after providing the give-way vessel time to take action, and determining that her action is not appropriate'. This standard ensures clear navigational intent and collision avoidance.
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