USCG Exam Practice · Rule 17 — Action by Stand-on Vessel
Under the Inland Navigation Rules, which statement correctly describes the effect of Rule 17 on the give-way vessel's obligations?
- AOnce the stand-on vessel takes independent action under Rule 17(a)(ii), the give-way vessel is relieved of her obligation to keep out of the way.
- BRule 17 does not relieve the give-way vessel of her obligation to keep out of the way.✓ correct
- CThe give-way vessel's obligation transfers to the stand-on vessel once the stand-on vessel maneuvers.
- DThe give-way vessel need only maintain her course once the stand-on vessel has altered speed.
Why B is correct
33 CFR §83.17(d) explicitly states that Rule 17 does not relieve the give-way vessel of her obligation to keep out of the way. The give-way vessel's duty under §83.16 remains in force regardless of any action taken by the stand-on vessel.
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