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USCG Exam Practice · Rule 3 — General Definitions

Under the Inland Navigation Rules, the term 'vessel engaged in fishing' includes a vessel fishing with which of the following?

  1. ATrolling lines only
  2. BAny fishing apparatus, including trolling lines
  3. CNets, lines, trawls, or other fishing apparatus that restricts maneuverability✓ correct
  4. DAny apparatus deployed from a vessel that is underway

Why C is correct

33 CFR §83.03(d) defines 'vessel engaged in fishing' as any vessel fishing with nets, lines, trawls, or other fishing apparatus which restricts maneuverability, and explicitly excludes vessels fishing with trolling lines or other apparatus that do not restrict maneuverability.

Cited:33 CFR §83.03(d)

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