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USCG Exam PracticeRule 15 — Crossing Situation

In a crossing situation, the give-way vessel shall, if circumstances permit, avoid ______.

  1. A. altering course to starboard
  2. B. reducing speed below steerage way
  3. C. passing astern of the stand-on vessel
  4. ✓ crossing ahead of the stand-on vesselCorrect

Why D is correct

Both the International and Inland Rules state that the give-way vessel shall, if circumstances admit, avoid crossing ahead of the other vessel.

Cited:COLREGs Rule 1533 CFR §83.15(a)

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