USCG Exam PracticeRule 35 — Sound Signals in Restricted Visibility
In restricted visibility, a sailing vessel underway and making way shall sound which fog signal?
- A. One prolonged blast at intervals of not more than 2 minutes
- B. Two prolonged blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes
- ✓ One prolonged blast followed by two short blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutesCorrect
- D. Four short blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes
Why C is correct
33 CFR §83.35(c) groups sailing vessels with vessels not under command, vessels restricted in ability to maneuver, vessels engaged in fishing, and towing/pushing vessels — all sound one prolonged followed by two short blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes. The one-prolonged-blast signal applies only to a power-driven vessel making way.
Cited:33 CFR §83.35(c)