USCG Exam PracticeRule 8 — Action to Avoid Collision
According to the Inland Navigation Rules, a succession of small alterations of course and/or speed to avoid collision should be:
- A. Made only when sea room is restricted
- ✓ AvoidedCorrect
- C. Used when the give-way vessel is slow to respond
- D. Permitted provided each alteration is logged
Why B is correct
33 CFR §83.08(b) explicitly states that a succession of small alterations of course and/or speed should be avoided. Any alteration shall be large enough to be readily apparent to another vessel observing visually or by radar.
Cited:33 CFR §83.08