Rule 17 applies to vessels in what condition relative to one another?

A. Navigating in or near an area of restricted visibility
B. Not in sight of one another
✓ In sight of one anotherCorrect
D. At anchor or made fast to the shore

Why C is correct

33 CFR §83.11 (Rule 11) states that Rules 11 through 18, which include Rule 17, apply to vessels in sight of one another. 33 CFR §83.03(k) defines 'in sight' as when one vessel can be observed visually from the other.

Cited:33 CFR §83.11 33 CFR §83.03

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