USCG Exam PracticeRule 35 — Sound Signals in Restricted Visibility
Which of the following vessel types is required to sound one prolonged blast followed by two short blasts in restricted visibility?
- A. A power-driven vessel making way through the water
- ✓ A vessel engaged in fishing, whether underway or at anchorCorrect
- C. A manned vessel being towed
- D. A power-driven vessel underway but stopped and making no way
Why B is correct
Inland Rule 35(c) requires a vessel engaged in fishing, whether underway or at anchor, to sound one prolonged followed by two short blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes. A manned vessel being towed sounds one prolonged followed by three short blasts per Rule 35(e).
Cited:33 CFR §83.35(c)