A vessel engaged in a towing operation that severely restricts both the towing vessel and her tow in their ability to deviate from their course is classified under the Inland Navigation Rules as which type of vessel?

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C. A vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver — 33 CFR §83.03(g)(vi) expressly includes a vessel engaged in a towing operation that severely restricts the towing vessel and her tow in their ability to deviate from their course within the definition of 'vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver.' This is distinct from 'not under command,' which requires an exceptional circumstance under §83.03(f).

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A. A vessel not under command, because she cannot maneuver freely

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B. A power-driven vessel engaged in towing, subject only to the towing light requirements

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D. A vessel engaged in fishing, because her tow restricts her like fishing gear

A vessel engaged in a towing operation that severely restricts both the towing vessel and her tow in their ability to deviate from their course is classified under the Inland Navigation Rules as which type of vessel?

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