USCG Exam PracticeRule 32 — Sound Signal Definitions
Under the Inland Navigation Rules, a manned vessel being towed in restricted visibility shall sound which fog signal at intervals of not more than 2 minutes?
- A. One prolonged followed by two short blasts
- B. Two prolonged blasts
- ✓ One prolonged followed by three short blastsCorrect
- D. One prolonged blast
Why C is correct
33 CFR §83.35(e) specifies that a vessel towed, or the last vessel of a tow if more than one vessel is towed, shall sound four blasts — one prolonged followed by three short blasts — at intervals of not more than 2 minutes. One prolonged followed by two short blasts is the signal for vessels such as those not under command or restricted in ability to maneuver per §83.35(c).
Cited:33 CFR §83.35