USCG Exam PracticeRule 13 — Overtaking
Under the Inland Rules, a vessel is in doubt as to whether she is in an overtaking situation with another vessel. Which action is required?
- A. She shall assume she is in a crossing situation and apply Rule 15.
- ✓ She shall assume she is overtaking and keep out of the way accordingly.Correct
- C. She shall sound the doubt signal of five short blasts and await clarification before maneuvering.
- D. She shall maintain course and speed as the stand-on vessel until the situation is clarified.
Why B is correct
33 CFR §83.13(c) requires that when a vessel is in any doubt as to whether she is overtaking another, she shall assume that this is the case and act accordingly — meaning she takes on the give-way obligation.
Cited:33 CFR §83.13