USCG Exam PracticeLeeway allowance in plotting
Under Inland Rules, when a power-driven vessel is leaving a dock or berth, she shall sound which signal?
- A. Three short blasts
- B. Two prolonged blasts
- ✓ One prolonged blastCorrect
- D. One short blast
Why C is correct
33 CFR §83.34(g) requires that a power-driven vessel leaving a dock or berth shall sound one prolonged blast. This is a distinct departure signal, not a maneuvering signal.
Cited:33 CFR §83.34