USCG Exam PracticeRule 10 — Traffic Separation Schemes
When a vessel is obliged to cross traffic lanes within a traffic separation scheme, she shall cross on a heading as nearly as practicable at what angle to the general direction of traffic flow?
- A. 45 degrees
- ✓ Right angles (90 degrees)Correct
- C. As small an angle as practicable
- D. Parallel to the traffic flow
Why B is correct
33 CFR §83.10(c) requires that a vessel obliged to cross traffic lanes shall do so on a heading as nearly as practicable at right angles to the general direction of traffic flow. This minimizes the time spent in the lane and makes the vessel's intentions clear to other traffic.
Cited:33 CFR §83.10(c)