USCG Exam PracticeRule 7 — Risk of Collision
Under both the International and Inland Rules, a proper look-out shall be maintained ______.
- A. at all times by sight and hearing only
- ✓ at all times by sight, hearing, and all available meansCorrect
- C. whenever visibility is restricted or traffic is dense
- D. at all times by radar and VHF monitoring
Why B is correct
COLREGs Rule 5 and Inland Rule 5 are identical. Both require look-out by sight and hearing as well as by all available means appropriate to the prevailing circumstances — not limited to any single method or condition.
Cited:COLREGs Rule 5