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USCG Exam Practice · Rule 17 — Action by Stand-on Vessel

Under 33 CFR §83.17, does the stand-on vessel's permission to take independent action relieve the give-way vessel of her obligation to keep out of the way?

  1. AYes, once the stand-on vessel maneuvers, the give-way vessel's obligation ends
  2. BYes, but only if the stand-on vessel sounds a signal
  3. CNo, the give-way vessel remains obligated to keep out of the way✓ correct
  4. DNo, but only in a crossing situation

Why C is correct

33 CFR §83.17(d) expressly states that Rule 17 does not relieve the give-way vessel of her obligation to keep out of the way, regardless of any action taken by the stand-on vessel.

Cited:33 CFR §83.17

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