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USCG Exam Practice · Rule 8 — Action to Avoid Collision

Under Rule 8, an alteration of course to avoid collision must be large enough to be readily apparent to another vessel observing by which means?

  1. AVisually only, as radar ranges are unreliable at close quarters
  2. BRadar only, as visual observation is insufficient in reduced visibility
  3. CVisually or by radar✓ correct
  4. DAIS transponder display only

Why C is correct

33 CFR §83.08(b) requires that any alteration of course and/or speed shall, if circumstances admit, be large enough to be readily apparent to another vessel observing visually or by radar. AIS is not mentioned in this provision, and neither visual nor radar observation is excluded.

Cited:33 CFR §83.08

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