A vessel finds that, despite the circumstances, she needs more time to assess a developing collision situation. Which action does Rule 8 specifically authorize for this purpose?

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A. Slackening speed or taking all way off by stopping or reversing propulsion — 33 CFR §83.08(e) explicitly 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. The other options are not authorized by Rule 8 for this purpose.

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B. Sounding five or more short blasts to signal doubt

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C. Altering course to starboard to open the CPA

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D. Requesting the other vessel to indicate her intentions by radiotelephone

A vessel finds that, despite the circumstances, she needs more time to assess a developing collision situation. Which action does Rule 8 specifically authorize for this purpose?

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