USCG Exam PracticeRule 16 — Action by Give-way Vessel
A power-driven vessel is the give-way vessel in a crossing situation. The stand-on vessel observes that the give-way vessel is not taking appropriate action. Which rule permits the stand-on vessel to maneuver on her own?
- A. Inland Rule 8 (33 CFR §83.08)
- B. Inland Rule 15 (33 CFR §83.15)
- C. Inland Rule 16 (33 CFR §83.16)
- ✓ Inland Rule 17 (33 CFR §83.17)Correct
Why D is correct
Rule 17(a)(ii) (33 CFR §83.17) permits the stand-on vessel to take action by her maneuver alone as soon as it becomes apparent that the give-way vessel is not complying with the Rules. Rule 16 governs the give-way vessel's obligations, not the stand-on vessel's authority to act.