USCG Exam Practice · Rule 9 — Narrow Channels
Under the Inland Navigation Rules, which vessels are specifically prohibited from impeding the passage of a vessel that can safely navigate only within a narrow channel or fairway?
- AVessels of less than 20 meters in length or sailing vessels✓ correct
- BVessels of less than 12 meters in length or sailing vessels
- CVessels engaged in fishing or vessels restricted in ability to maneuver
- DVessels of less than 20 meters in length or vessels not under command
Why A is correct
33 CFR §83.09(b) specifically identifies vessels of less than 20 meters in length or sailing vessels as those that shall not impede the passage of a vessel that can safely navigate only within a narrow channel or fairway.
Cited:33 CFR §83.09
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