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USCG Exam PracticeRule 7 — Risk of Collision

Rule 7 requires that proper use be made of radar equipment if fitted and operational. Which of the following best describes that required use?

  1. A. Radar shall be used only in restricted visibility conditions
  2. ✓ Radar shall be used for long-range scanning and radar plotting or equivalent systematic observationCorrect
  3. C. Radar shall be used to confirm bearings taken visually before any action is taken
  4. D. Radar shall be used whenever the vessel is underway in a traffic separation scheme

Why B is correct

33 CFR §83.07(b) specifically requires long-range scanning to obtain early warning of risk of collision and radar plotting or equivalent systematic observation of detected objects. The rule is not limited to restricted visibility.

Cited:33 CFR §83.07

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