USCG Exam PracticeRule 16 — Action by Give-way Vessel
Under the Inland Navigation Rules, every vessel directed to keep out of the way of another vessel shall take what type of action?
- A. Gradual and cautious action to keep clear
- ✓ Early and substantial action to keep well clearCorrect
- C. Immediate action to stop all way
- D. Action only when the stand-on vessel sounds a signal
Why B is correct
Inland Rule 16 (33 CFR §83.16) states that every vessel directed to keep out of the way shall, so far as possible, take early and substantial action to keep well clear. Gradual or delayed action does not satisfy this requirement.
Cited:33 CFR §83.16