USCG Exam Practice · Rule 15 — Crossing Situation
In a crossing situation between two power-driven vessels under the Inland Rules, what action shall the give-way vessel avoid if circumstances permit?
- AAltering course to port
- BReducing speed
- CCrossing ahead of the stand-on vessel✓ correct
- DSounding a maneuvering signal
Why C is correct
33 CFR §83.15(a) states that the give-way vessel shall, if the circumstances of the case admit, avoid crossing ahead of the other vessel. This is a specific prohibition written into the crossing rule itself.
Cited:33 CFR §83.15
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