USCG Exam PracticeRule 35 — Sound Signals in Restricted Visibility
A pushing vessel and a vessel being pushed ahead are rigidly connected in a composite unit. What fog signal shall this composite unit sound in restricted visibility?
- A. One prolonged followed by two short blasts, as a vessel restricted in ability to maneuver
- B. The towing vessel sounds one prolonged followed by two short blasts; the pushed vessel sounds one prolonged followed by three short blasts
- ✓ The signals prescribed for a power-driven vessel under Rule 35(a) or (b)Correct
- D. One prolonged followed by three short blasts, as a towed vessel
Why C is correct
Inland Rule 35(f) states that when a pushing vessel and a vessel being pushed ahead are rigidly connected in a composite unit, they shall be regarded as a power-driven vessel and give the signals prescribed in paragraphs (a) or (b) — one prolonged blast if making way, or two prolonged blasts if stopped and making no way.
Cited:33 CFR §83.35(f)