USCG Exam PracticeRule 5 — Look-out
The purpose of maintaining a proper look-out is to ______.
- A. comply with traffic separation scheme requirements
- B. determine the stand-on vessel in a crossing situation
- C. establish the applicable rules for vessels in sight of one another
- ✓ make a full appraisal of the situation and risk of collisionCorrect
Why D is correct
Under both the International and Inland Rules, the stated purpose of the look-out requirement is to make a full appraisal of the situation and of the risk of collision. The rule imposes this duty at all times, regardless of visibility or traffic conditions.