USCG Exam PracticeRule 8 — Action to Avoid Collision
Under the Inland Navigation Rules, when is a vessel required to slacken speed, stop, or reverse her means of propulsion?
- A. Whenever she is designated as the give-way vessel in a crossing situation
- ✓ When necessary to avoid collision or to allow more time to assess the situationCorrect
- C. Only after an alteration of course has proven ineffective
- D. Whenever another vessel sounds the danger signal
Why B is correct
33 CFR §83.08(e) states that if necessary to avoid collision or allow more time to assess the situation, a vessel shall slacken her speed or take all way off by stopping or reversing her means of propulsion. This obligation is not limited to give-way vessels or triggered solely by a danger signal.
Cited:33 CFR §83.08