USCG Exam PracticeRule 7 — Risk of Collision
Risk of collision may still exist even when an appreciable bearing change is observed, particularly when ______.
- ✓ approaching a very large vessel, a tow, or a vessel at close rangeCorrect
- B. approaching any vessel in restricted visibility at any range
- C. the vessel ahead is making way through the water at reduced speed
- D. operating in a traffic separation scheme with crossing traffic
Why A is correct
Both rule sets specify that risk may sometimes exist even with an appreciable bearing change, particularly when approaching a very large vessel, a tow, or a vessel at close range. COLREGs Rule 7(d)(ii); 33 CFR §83.07(d)(ii).