USCG Exam Practice · Rule 15 — Crossing Situation
Two power-driven vessels are crossing so as to involve risk of collision. Vessel A has Vessel B on her starboard side. Under Inland Rule 15, which vessel is the give-way vessel?
- AVessel A, because she has Vessel B on her starboard side✓ correct
- BVessel B, because she has Vessel A on her port side
- CVessel A, because she has Vessel B on her port side
- DVessel B, because she is the faster vessel
Why A is correct
33 CFR §83.15(a) states that in a crossing situation involving risk of collision, the vessel which has the other on her starboard side shall keep out of the way. Vessel A has Vessel B on her starboard side, making Vessel A the give-way vessel.
Cited:33 CFR §83.15
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