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USCG Exam PracticeRule 32 — Sound Signal Definitions

Under the Inland Navigation Rules, a pushing vessel and a vessel being pushed ahead are rigidly connected in a composite unit. Which fog signal applies to this composite unit in restricted visibility?

  1. A. One prolonged followed by two short blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes, as a vessel restricted in ability to maneuver
  2. One prolonged blast at intervals of not more than 2 minutes if making way, or two prolonged blasts if stopped and making no way, as a power-driven vesselCorrect
  3. C. One prolonged followed by three short blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes, as the last vessel of a tow
  4. D. Four short blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes, as a pilot vessel

Why B is correct

33 CFR §83.35(f) states that when a pushing vessel and a vessel being pushed ahead are rigidly connected in a composite unit, they shall be regarded as a power-driven vessel and give the signals prescribed in §83.35(a) or (b) — one prolonged blast if making way, or two prolonged blasts if stopped and making no way.

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