USCG Exam Practice · Rule 13 — Overtaking
Under the Inland Navigation Rules, which vessel bears the give-way responsibility in an overtaking situation?
- AThe vessel being overtaken
- BThe overtaking vessel✓ correct
- CThe vessel with the greater length
- DThe vessel with the lesser maneuverability
Why B is correct
33 CFR §83.13(a) states that any vessel overtaking any other shall keep out of the way of the vessel being overtaken. This obligation applies regardless of the vessel types involved.
Cited:33 CFR §83.13
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