USCG Exam PracticeRule 16 — Action by Give-way Vessel
The stand-on vessel MAY take independent action to avoid collision when ______.
- A. the give-way vessel sounds one short blast
- B. the vessels are on reciprocal courses
- C. the give-way vessel reduces speed below safe speed
- ✓ it becomes apparent the give-way vessel is not acting as requiredCorrect
Why D is correct
Rule 17(a)(ii) permits the stand-on vessel to maneuver alone as soon as it becomes apparent that the give-way vessel is not taking appropriate action. The trigger is observed non-compliance, not a sound signal or a specific course relationship.