USCG Exam PracticeRule 19 — Conduct of Vessels in Restricted Visibility
Inland Rule 19 applies to vessels in which situation?
- A. Vessels in sight of one another in restricted visibility
- ✓ Vessels not in sight of one another when navigating in or near an area of restricted visibilityCorrect
- C. All vessels whenever visibility drops below one mile
- D. Power-driven vessels only when operating in fog
Why B is correct
33 CFR §83.19(a) states that Rule 19 applies to vessels not in sight of one another when navigating in or near an area of restricted visibility. Rules 11 through 18 govern vessels in sight of one another, per 33 CFR §83.11.