USCG Exam PracticeRule 15 — Crossing Situation
Under Inland Rule 15, the give-way vessel in a crossing situation shall, if circumstances admit, take which specific action to avoid the stand-on vessel?
- A. Reduce speed and pass astern of the other vessel
- B. Alter course to starboard and pass ahead of the other vessel
- ✓ Avoid crossing ahead of the other vesselCorrect
- D. Alter course to port and increase speed
Why C is correct
33 CFR §83.15(a) states that the give-way vessel shall keep out of the way and shall, if the circumstances of the case admit, avoid crossing ahead of the other vessel. The rule specifies avoiding crossing ahead, not a specific direction of turn.
Cited:33 CFR §83.15