USCG Exam PracticeRule 8 — Action to Avoid Collision
If necessary to allow more time to assess a developing situation, a vessel shall ______.
- ✓ slacken speed or take all way off by stopping or reversing propulsionCorrect
- B. alter course to starboard and maintain that course until clear
- C. sound five short blasts and maintain course and speed
- D. reduce speed by half and request the other vessel's intentions
Why A is correct
Under both the International and Inland Rules, when necessary to avoid collision or to allow more time to assess the situation, a vessel shall slacken her speed or take all way off by stopping or reversing her means of propulsion.