USCG Exam Practice · Rule 3 — General Definitions
According to the Inland Navigation Rules, which term describes a vessel fishing with nets or trawls that restrict her maneuverability?
- AVessel not under command
- BVessel restricted in her ability to maneuver
- CVessel engaged in fishing✓ correct
- DVessel constrained by her draft
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. This is a distinct defined category from 'vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver' under §83.03(g).
Cited:33 CFR §83.03(d)
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