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Inland · Rule 3

General Definitions

TL;DR

Defines the key vocabulary used throughout the rules: 'vessel', 'power-driven vessel', 'sailing vessel', 'restricted in ability to maneuver', 'not under command', 'underway', 'restricted visibility', etc.

Why it shows up on the exam

Most exam questions on definitions test 'vessel restricted in ability to maneuver' (RAM) vs 'not under command' (NUC) vs 'constrained by draft' (CBD).

Authoritative source

International parallel

COLREGs Rule 3General Definitions

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