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Set 3 • Question #285 of 475
Launch Interactive Practice Room INLAND ONLY You are overtaking another power- driven vessel and sound a whistle signal indicating that you intend to pass the vessel along her starboard side. If the other vessel answers your signal with five short and rapid blasts, you should __________.
A
not overtake the other vessel until both vessels exchange the same passing signal
✓ Correct Answer
B
not overtake the other vessel until she sounds another five short and rapid blast signal
C
pass the other vessel along her starboard side
D
sound five short and rapid blasts and pass along her starboard side
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
Under Inland Navigation Rules, for the condition where 'You are overtaking another power- driven vessel and sound a whistle signal indicating that you intend to pass the vessel along her starboard side. If the other vessel answers your signal with five short and rapid blasts, you should', the correct requirement is: 'not overtake the other vessel until both vessels exchange the same passing signal'. This standard ensures clear navigational intent and collision avoidance.
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