USCG Exam Practice · Rule 17 — Action by Stand-on Vessel
Under the Inland Navigation Rules, does Rule 17 relieve the give-way vessel of her obligation to keep out of the way once the stand-on vessel takes independent action?
- AYes, once the stand-on vessel maneuvers, the give-way vessel's obligation is suspended.
- BYes, but only if the stand-on vessel sounds the appropriate signal first.
- CNo, the give-way vessel remains obligated to keep out of the way.✓ correct
- DNo, but the give-way vessel's obligation transfers to the burdened vessel hierarchy under Rule 18.
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, even after the stand-on vessel takes action.
Cited:33 CFR §83.17
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