USCG Exam PracticeRule 16 — Action by Give-way Vessel
In a crossing situation on inland waters, which vessel is the give-way vessel?
- A. The vessel that is the larger of the two
- B. The vessel that has the other on her port side
- ✓ The vessel that has the other on her starboard sideCorrect
- D. The vessel that is proceeding at the higher speed
Why C is correct
Inland Rule 15 (33 CFR §83.15(a)) specifies that when two power-driven vessels are crossing so as to involve risk of collision, the vessel which has the other on her starboard side shall keep out of the way. That vessel is therefore the give-way vessel obligated under Rule 16 to take early and substantial action.