USCG Exam PracticeRule 34 — Maneuvering and Warning Signals
Under the Inland Navigation Rules, one short blast on the whistle by a power-driven vessel in a meeting or crossing situation means which of the following?
- A. I intend to leave you on my starboard side
- ✓ I intend to leave you on my port sideCorrect
- C. I am operating astern propulsion
- D. I intend to overtake you on your starboard side
Why B is correct
Under 33 CFR §83.34(a)(i)(1), one short blast in a meeting or crossing situation means 'I intend to leave you on my port side.' This differs from the overtaking signal context, where one short blast means 'I intend to overtake you on your starboard side' per §83.34(c)(i)(1).
Cited:33 CFR §83.34(a)(i)(1)