The purpose of maintaining a proper look-out is to ______.

A. determine the vessel's position and track
B. comply with traffic separation scheme requirements
✓ make a full appraisal of the situation and risk of collisionCorrect
D. assess weather conditions and sea state

Why C 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. (COLREGs Rule 5; 33 CFR §83.05)

Cited:COLREGs Rule 5 33 CFR §83.05

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