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Set 7 • Question #387 of 475
Launch Interactive Practice Room BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are approaching another vessel. She is about one mile distant and is on your starboard bow. You believe she will cross ahead of you. She then sounds a whistle signal of five short blasts. You should __________.
A
answer the signal and hold course and speed
B
reduce speed slightly to make sure she will have room to pass
C
make a large course change, and slow down if necessary
✓ Correct Answer
D
wait for another whistle signal from the other vessel
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
Under Inland Navigation Rules, for the condition where 'You are approaching another vessel. She is about one mile distant and is on your starboard bow. You believe she will cross ahead of you. She then sounds a whistle signal of five short blasts. You should', the correct requirement is: 'make a large course change, and slow down if necessary'. This standard ensures clear navigational intent and collision avoidance.
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