Rules of the Road

According to the Inland Navigation Rules, what is the meaning of a one short blast signal used when meeting another vessel?

"I intend to leave you on my port side"

A "short blast" has a duration of __________________.

1 second

A barge more than 50 meters in length would be required to show how many white anchor lights when anchored in a Secretary of Transportation approved "special anchorage area"?

2

In narrow channels, vessels of less than what length shall not impede the safe passage of vessels which can navigate only inside the channel?

20 Meters

Each prolonged blast on whistle signals used by a power-driven vessel in restricted visibility, whether making way or underway but not making way, is ____________________.

4-6 seconds

What is the minimum length of an anchored vessel which is required by the Rules to show a white light both forward and aft?

50 meters

Which vessel should not impede the navigation of a power-driven vessel?

A Seaplane

A towing vessel pushing a barge ahead and rigidly connected in a composite unit shall show the lights of...

A power driven vessel not towing

Which statement is TRUE concerning two sailing vessels approaching each other?

A sailing vessel overtaking another is the give-way vessel.

You are on watch in fog. Which vessel is "in sight"?

A vessel that you can see from the bridge

For the purpose of the Rules, except where otherwise required, the term __________. Select one: a."vessel" includes seaplanes b."seaplane" includes non-displacement craft c."vessel engaged in fishing" includes a vessel fishing with trolling lines d."vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver" includes fishing vessels

A. "Vessel" includes seaplanes

Which vessel is NOT to be regarded as a vessel "restricted in her ability to maneuver? Select one: a.A vessel pushing and a vessel being pushed when connected in a composite unit b.A vessel engaged in laying a submarine cable c.A vessel launching aircraft d.A vessel servicing a navigation mark

A. A vessel pushing and a vessel being pushed when connected in a composite unit

Which statement applies to a situation where a sailing vessel is overtaking a power-driven vessel? Select one: a.The sailing vessel must keep out of the way of the power-driven vessel. b.The vessel which has the other vessel to the right must keep out of the way. c.A "special circumstance" situation exists. d.The power-driven vessel must keep out of the way of the sailing vessel.

A. The sailing vessel must keep out of the way of the power-driven vessel.

Barges being towed at night must exhibit navigation lights __________.

At all times

Which vessel is to be regarded as a vessel "underway" according to the rules? Select one: a.A vessel made fast to a single point mooring buoy. b.A purse seiner hauling her nets. c.A vessel which has run aground. d.A pilot vessel at anchor.

B. A purse seiner hauling her nets

The steering and sailing rules for vessels in restricted visibility apply to vessels __________. a.only if they have operational radar b.navigating in or near an area of restricted visibility c.in sight of one another in fog d.only if they are showing special purpose lights

B. Navigating in or near an area of restricted visibility

Which statement is TRUE concerning the risk of collision? Select one: a.Risk of collision must be determined before any action can be taken by a vessel b.Proper use shall be made of radar equipment to determine risk of collision c.Risk of collision exists if the vessels will pass within a half mile of each other d.The use of radar excuses a vessel from the need of a look-out

B. Proper use shall be made of radar equipment to determine risk of collision

Which signal, other than a distress signal, can be used by a vessel to attract attention? Select one: a.Burning barrel b.Searchlight beam c.Orange smoke signal d.Continuous sounding of a fog signal apparatus.

B. Searchlight beam

Which statement is TRUE concerning a "vessel engaged in fishing"? Select one: a.Her gear will not affect the vessel's maneuverability. b.The vessel may be using nets, lines, or trawls. c.The vessel is classified as "restricted in her ability to maneuver". d.She sounds the same fog signal as a vessel underway but stopped and making no way.

B. The vessel may be using nets, lines, or trawls

Two power-driven vessels are crossing so as to involve risk of collision. Which statement is TRUE, according to the Rules? Select one: a.The give-way vessel should keep the other vessel to her starboard. b.If the stand-on vessel takes action, she shall avoid changing course to port. c.If the give-way vessel takes action, she shall avoid changing course to starboard. d.The vessel which has the other on her own port side shall keep out of the way.

B. if the stand-on vessel takes action, she shall avoid changing course to port

What is a requirement for any action taken to avoid collision? Select one: a.The action taken must include changing the speed of the vessel. b.The action must be positive and made in ample time. c.The action must be a series of small turns. d.When in sight of another vessel, any action taken must be accompanied by sound signals.

B. the action must be positive and made in ample time

At night what MAY be used to indicate the presence of a partly submerged object being towed? Select one: a.Two all-round red lights at each end of the tow. b.The beam of a search light from the towing vessel shown in the direction of the tow. c.Two all-round yellow lights at each end of the tow. d.A black cone, apex upward.

B. the beam of a search light from the towing vessel shown in the direction of the tow

A vessel hearing a fog signal forward of her beam has not determined if risk of collision exists. She is required by the Rules to reduce her speed to __________________________.

Bare Steerageway

What is NOT a vessel "restricted in her ability to maneuver"? A. vessel engaged in laying submarine cable. b.A vessel towing with limited maneuverability due to a large unwieldy tow. c.A deep-draft vessel that can only navigate in a dredged channel. d.A towing vessel underway with a fuel barge alongside and taking on fuel

C. A deep Draft vessel that can only navigate in a dredged channel

A vessel using a traffic separation scheme shall NOT _________________. Select one: a.engage in fishing the separation zone b.enter the separation zone c.proceed in an inappropriate traffic lane d.cross a traffic lane

C. Proceed in an inappropriate traffic lane

You are approaching a large vessel in fog and notice an appreciable change in the vessel's bearing on your radar screen. Which statement is true? Select one: a.The risk of collision no longer exists b.You may stop sounding your fog signals as the danger of collision has passed c.Risk of collision may still exist d.You should maintain your course but must now increase your speed

C. Risk of collision may still exist

A vessel approaching a narrow channel shall __________. a.anchor only in the middle of the channel b.not overtake any vessels within the channel c.keep as close as possible to the edge of the channel on her port side d.avoid crossing the channel if it impedes another vessel navigating in the channel

D. Avoid crossing the channel if it impedes another vessel navigating in the channel

In which situation do the Rules require both vessels to change course? Select one: a.Two sailing vessels meeting. b.Two power-driven vessels crossing when it is apparent to the stand-on vessel that the give-way vessel is not taking appropriate action. c.Two sailing vessels crossing with the wind on the same side. d.Two power-driven vessels meeting head-on.

D. Two power driven vessels meeting head on

Which vessel is, as defined by the rules, unable to keep out of the way of another vessel? Select one: a.Vessel engaged in fishing. b.Sailing vessel c.Vessel towing d.Vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver.

D. Vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver.

In determining "safe speed", all of the following must be taken into account EXCEPT the __________. Select one: a.presence of background lights at night b.maneuverability of your vessel c.draft of your vessel d.maximum horsepower of your vessel

D. maximum horsepower of your vessel

What does the word "breadth" mean?

Greatest breadth

When action to avoid a close quarters situation is taken, a course change alone may be the most effective action provided that __________.

It is a large course change

If a sailing vessel with the wind on the port side sees a sailing vessel to windward and cannot tell whether the other vessel has the wind on the port or starboard side, she shall...

Keep out of the way of the other vessel

According to the Rules, what does the word "length" mean?

Length Overall

while operating a power-driven vessel and approaching a bend in the channel where vessels approaching from the opposite direction cannot be seen. You should sound _____________________.

One prolonged blast, duration of 4-6 seconds

A stand-on vessel is __________.

Required to maintain course and speed in a crossing situation but may take action to avoid collision

A vessel engaged in fishing shall keep out of the way of a vessel __________.

Restricted in her ability to maneuver

The Rules state that a vessel overtaking another vessel is relieved of her duty to keep clear when __________.

She is past and clear of the other vessel

INLAND ONLY Which lights are required for a barge, that is not part of a composite unit, being pushed ahead?

Sidelights and a special flashing light.

INLAND ONLY. When two power-driven vessels are meeting on the Great Lakes, Western Rivers, or waters specified by the Secretary, where there is a current, which vessel shall sound the first passing signal?

The vessel down-bound with a following current.

Which lights would be required to be shown at night by a vessel which is restricted in her ability to deviate from her course?

Three lights in a vertical line, the highest and lowest red and the middle white.

A vessel showing a green light over a white light in a vertical line above the level of the sidelights is __________.

Trawling

If it becomes necessary for a stand-on vessel to take action to avoid collision, she shall NOT, if possible, _________________.

Turn to Port for a vessel on her port side

Under the Rules, which situation would be a "special circumstance."

Two boats meeting

If you are operating a stand-on vessel in a crossing situation, you may take action to avoid collision by your maneuver alone. When may this action be taken?

When it becomes apparent to you that the give-way vessel is not taking appropriate action.

According to the Rules, what determines if a vessel is "restricted in her ability to maneuver"?

Whether the nature of the vessel's work limits maneuverability required by the Rules.

What equipment for fog signals is required for a vessel 20 meters in length?

Whistle and bell only

An inconspicuous, partly submerged vessel or object is being towed, where the length of the tow is 100 meters, shall show ________________.

a Diamond shape

In the daytime, you see a large sailing vessel on the beam. You know that she is also propelled by machinery if she shows ______________________________.

a black cone with the apex pointing downward

A power-driven vessel with a 150-meter stern tow shall display __________.

a towing light above the stern light

A power-driven vessel towing astern shall show...

a towing light in a vertical line above the stern light

Under the Rules, any vessel may slacken her speed, stop, or reverse her engines to __________.

allow more time to asses the situation

You sight another power-driven vessel dead-ahead showing both the red and green sidelights. The required action to take would be to __________.

alter your course to starboard

Which vessel must have a gong, or other equipment which will make the sound of a gong?

any vessel over 100 meters

While operating in restricted visibility, a vessel which detects by radar alone the presence of another vessel shall determine if a close quarters situation is developing or risk of collision exists. If so, she shall __________________.

avoid altering course toward a vessel abaft the beam

A vessel at anchor will show a __________.

ball

A 22-meter sailing vessel when also being propelled by machinery shall show during daylight hours a __________.

black cone

A vessel displaying three red lights in a vertical line is __________.

constrained by her draft

A vessel may exhibit lights other than those prescribed by the Rules as long as the additional lights __________.

do not interfere with the keeping of a proper look-out

According the the Rules of the Road a "flashing light" by the definition given in the rules, is a light that _____________.

flashes at regular intervals at a frequency of 120 flashes or more per minute

A vessel sailing is overtaking a power-driven vessel in a narrow channel, so as to pass on the power-driven vessel's port side. The overtaken vessel will have to move to facilitate passage. The sailing vessel is the _______________________.

give-way vessel and would sound two prolonged blasts followed by two short blasts

A power-driven vessel has on her port side a sailing vessel, which is on a collision course. The power-driven vessel is to __________.

keep clear, passing at a safe distance

The rules state that vessels may depart from the requirements of the Rules when __________.

necessary to avoid immediate danger

INLAND ONLY A vessel of less than 20 meters in length that is anchored at night in a "special anchorage area designated by the Secretary"________________________.

need not show any lights

When anchoring a 25-meter vessel at night, you must show __________.

one all-around white light

A vessel underway and making way in fog shall sound every two minutes __________.

one prolonged blast

In a narrow channel, a signal of intent, which must be answered by the other vessel, is sounded by a vessel ______________________.

overtaking

INLAND ONLY Maneuvering signals are required to be sounded on inland waters by _________________.

power-driven vessels overtaking and in sight of one another

INLAND ONLY In fog, a 25 meter vessel that is anchored must ______________________.

rapidly ring her bell for 5 seconds at intervals of no more than 1 minute.

A vessel transferring cargo while underway is classified by the Rules as a vessel __________.

restricted in her ability to maneuver

A vessel is "engaged in fishing" when __________.

she is using fishing apparatus which restricts her maneuverability

While underway in fog, you hear the fog signal of another vessel ahead. If a risk of collision exists, you must __________.

slow to bare steerageway and navigate with caution

A towing light is a yellow light having the same characteristics as a ____________________

sternlight

You hear the fog signal of another vessel forward of your beam. Risk of collision may exist. You MUST __________.

take all way off, if necessary

In addition to her sidelights, sternlight, and towing lights, a vessel towing astern carries three white lights in a vertical line when ___________________.

the length of the tow, measured from the stern of the towing vessel to the after end of the tow exceeds 200 meters

If two sailing vessels are running free with the wind on the same side, which one must keep clear of the other?

the one to windward

When two power-driven vessels are crossing, the vessel which has the other to starboard must keep out of the way if __________.

the situation invloves risk of collision

A vessel servicing a pipeline during the day shall display __________.

three black shapes in a vertical line; the highest and lowest are balls, and the middle one is a diamond

define a "vessel not under command" as a vessel which __________.

through some exceptional circumstance is unable to maneuver as required by the rules

The term "restricted visibility" as used in the Rules refers __________.

to any condition where visibility is restricted

A vessel towing is showing three forward white masthead lights in a vertical line. This means that the length of the __________.

tow is greater than 200 meters

INLAND ONLY One and two short blast signals are required to be sounded on inland waters when _______________.

two power-driven vessel are in sight of one another and are meeting at a distance of one half mile

While underway your vessel enters fog. You stop your engines and the vessel is dead in the water. Which fog signal should you sound?

two prolonged blasts

In a narrow channel, an overtaking vessel, which intends to PASS on the other vessel's port side would sound________________.

two prolonged followed by two short

INLAND ONLY If a tug is pushing a barge ahead at night and it is not a composite unit, which light(s) should show aft on your vessel?

two towing lights

The term "power-driven vessel" refers to any vessel __________.

with propelling machinery in use

"safe speed" is defined as that speed where __________.

you can take proper and effective action to avoid collision