USCG Exam PracticeRule 9 — Narrow Channels
Under the Inland Navigation Rules, an overtaking vessel in a narrow channel completes the prescribed exchange of signals under Rule 9(e)(i) and both vessels agree to the pass. Which statement is TRUE regarding the overtaking vessel's remaining obligations?
- A. Completion of the Rule 9(e)(i) signal exchange transfers all responsibility for the pass to the vessel being overtaken.
- B. The overtaking vessel is relieved of her Rule 13 obligations once the vessel being overtaken sounds agreement.
- ✓ The overtaking vessel retains her obligations under Rule 13 notwithstanding the signal exchange.Correct
- D. The overtaking vessel may now treat the situation as a crossing situation governed by Rules 15 through 17.
Why C is correct
Inland Rule 9(e)(ii) explicitly states that Rule 9 does not relieve the overtaking vessel of her obligation under Rule 13. An overtaking vessel remains the give-way vessel throughout the maneuver regardless of any signal exchange completed under Rule 9(e)(i).