USCG Exam PracticeRule 9 — Narrow Channels
Under the Inland Navigation Rules, any vessel shall, if circumstances admit, take what action with respect to anchoring in a narrow channel?
- A. Anchor only on the starboard side of the channel
- ✓ Avoid anchoring in a narrow channelCorrect
- C. Anchor only when visibility is restricted
- D. Anchor in the center of the channel to alert other vessels
Why B is correct
Inland Rule 9(g) states that any vessel shall, if the circumstances of the case admit, avoid anchoring in a narrow channel. No provision authorizes anchoring in the center or only on the starboard side.
Cited:33 CFR §83.09(g)