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Set 3 • Question #280 of 475
Launch Interactive Practice Room INLAND ONLY A power-driven vessel intends to overtake another power-driven vessel on the overtaken vessel's port side. Which whistle signal should be sounded in order to state this intention?
A
1 short blast
B
2 short blasts
✓ Correct Answer
C
2 prolonged and 1 short blasts
D
2 prolonged and 2 short blasts
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
Under Inland Navigation Rules, for the condition where 'A power-driven vessel intends to overtake another power-driven vessel on the overtaken vessel's port side. Which whistle signal should be sounded in order to state this intention', the correct requirement is: '2 short blasts'. This standard ensures clear navigational intent and collision avoidance.
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