Part B-In any condition of Visibility

15) BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND. In a traffic separation scheme, when joining a traffic lane from the side, a vessel shall do so __________. A. at as small an angle as possible B. as nearly as practical at right angles to the general direction of traffic flow C. only in case of an emergency or to engage in fishing within the zone D. never

A. at as small an angle as possible

12) BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND. A vessel approaching a narrow channel shall __________. A. avoid crossing the channel if it impedes another vessel navigating in 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. anchor only in the middle of the channel

A. avoid crossing the channel if it impedes another vessel navigating in the channel

202. R04478 BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Risk of collision exists when an approaching vessel has a(n) __________. A. generally steady bearing and decreasing range B. generally steady range and increasing bearing C. increasing range and bearing D. decreasing bearing only

A. generally steady bearing and decreasing range COLREGS 7(d)

5) BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND. When taking action to avoid collision, you should __________. A. make sure the action is taken in enough time B. not make any large course changes C. not make any large speed changes D. All of the above

A. make sure the action is taken in enough time

BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which vessel shall NOT impede the passage of a vessel which can safely navigate only within a narrow channel or fairway? A. A vessel dredging B. A sailing vessel C. A vessel servicing an aid to navigation D. All of the above

B. A sailing vessel the other 2 are RAM

5) INLAND ONLY. Which statement is TRUE concerning narrow channels? A. You should keep to that side of the channel that is on your port side. B. You should avoid anchoring in a narrow channel. C. A vessel having a following current will propose the manner of passage in any case where two vessels are meeting. D. All of the above

B. You should avoid anchoring in a narrow channel. Reference: Inland Rule 9(g)

7) BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND. Under the Rules, any vessel may slacken her speed, stop, or reverse her engines to __________. A. create a crossing situation B. allow more time to assess the situation C. attract the attention of another vessel D. All of the above

B. allow more time to assess the situation

4) BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND. The Rules state that risk of collision shall be deemed to exist __________. A. whenever two vessels approach from opposite directions B. if the bearing of an approaching vessel does not appreciably change C. whenever a vessel crosses ahead of the intended track of another vessel D. if one vessel approaches another so as to be overtaking

B. if the bearing of an approaching vessel does not appreciably change

13) BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND. Systems of inbound and outbound lanes to promote the safe flow of vessel traffic in certain areas around the world are known as __________. A. merchant vessel reporting systems B. traffic separation schemes C. collision avoidance fairways D. restricted maneuverability channels

B. traffic separation schemes

11) BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND. A sailing vessel is proceeding along a narrow channel and can safely navigate ONLY inside the channel. The sailing vessel approaches a vessel engaged in fishing in the narrow channel. Which statement is TRUE? A. Each vessel should move to the edge of the channel on her port side. B. The vessels are required to exchange signals. C. The fishing vessel is directed not to impede the passage of the sailing vessel. D. Each vessel should be displaying signals for a vessel constrained by her draft.

C. The fishing vessel is directed not to impede the passage of the sailing vessel.

6) BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND. When action to avoid a close- quarters situation is taken, a course change alone may be the most effective action provided that __________. A. it is done in a succession of small course changes B. it is NOT done too early C. it is a large course change D. the course change is to starboard

C. it is a large course change

8) BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND. A vessel proceeding along a narrow channel shall __________. A. avoid crossing the channel at right angles B. not overtake any vessels within the channel C. keep as near as safe and practicable to the limit of the channel on her starboard side D. when nearing a bend in the channel, sound a long blast of the whistle

C. keep as near as safe and practicable to the limit of the channel on her starboard side

10) BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND. Which vessel is NOT to impede the passage of a vessel that can only navigate safely within a narrow channel? A. Any vessel less than 20 meters in length B. Any sailing vessel C. A vessel engaged in fishing D. All of the above

D. All of the above

121. R04705 BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND In complying with the Rules, of what must the mariner take due regard? A. Limited backing power of his vessel B. Radar information about nearby vessels C. The occupation of the other vessel, if known D. All of the above

D. All of the above

130. R04343 BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Risk of collision may exist __________. A. if the compass bearing of an approaching vessel does NOT appreciably change B. even when an appreciable bearing change is evident, particularly when approaching a vessel at close range C. if you observe both sidelights of a vessel ahead for an extended period of time D. All of the above

D. All of the above

201. R04347 BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND To determine if risk of collision exists, a vessel which is fitted with radar must use __________. A. radar scanning B. radar plotting C. compass bearings D. All of the above

D. All of the above

3) INLAND ONLY. A power-driven vessel operating in a narrow channel with a following current on the Great Lakes or Western Rivers is meeting an upbound vessel. Which statement is TRUE? A. The downbound vessel has the right-of-way. B. The downbound vessel must initiate the required maneuvering signals. C. The downbound vessel must propose the manner and place of passage. D. All of the above

D. All of the above

16. BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND In narrow channels, vessels of less than what length shall not impede the safe passage of vessels which can navigate only inside the channel? a. 20 meters b. 65 meters c. 50 meters d. 100 meters

a. 20 meters Reference: Rule 9(b)

3. INTERNATIONAL ONLY Which vessel is directed by the Rules to avoid impeding the safe passage of a vessel while operating in a narrow channel or fairway? a. A fishing vessel. b. A vessel servicing a buoy. c. A vessel not under command. d. A vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver.

a. A fishing vessel. Reference: Rule 9(c)

2. BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which statement is TRUE concerning a vessel equipped with operational radar? a. She must use this equipment to obtain early warning of risk of collision. b. The radar equipment is only required to be used in restricted visibility. c. The use of a radar excuses a vessel from the need of a look-out. d. The safe speed of such a vessel will likely be greater than that of vessels without radar.

a. She must use this equipment to obtain early warning of risk of collision. Reference: Rules 6 and 7(b)

14. BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel using a traffic separation scheme shall NOT _________________. a. proceed in an inappropriate traffic lane b. enter the separation zone c. engage in fishing the separation zone d. cross a traffic lane

a. proceed in an inappropriate traffic lane Reference: Rule 10(b)(i)

6. BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are crossing a narrow channel in an 18-meter tug when you sight a loaded tankship off your port bow coming up the channel. Which statement is correct? a. Neither vessel is the stand-on vessel because the tankship is crossing. b. You cannot impede the safe passage of the tankship. c. The tankship is the stand-on vessel because it is in the channel. d. The tankship is the stand-on vessel because it is the larger of the two vessels.

b. You cannot impede the safe passage of the tankship. Reference: Rule 9(b)Comment on Answer: If you operate a vessel under 20 meters (65.6 feet) in length, it is your responsibility to keep out of the way of large vessels in narrow or confined waterways! Small vessels must not impede the safe passage of a tankship (or any other class of large vessel) in a narrow channel or fairway if that vessel can safely navigate only within that channel or fairway.

16. INLAND ONLY Your operating a vessel that must stay within a narrow channel to be navigated safely. Another vessel is crossing your course from starboard to port. You do NOT think she will pass safely. You _______________________. a. may sound the danger signal b. must sound the danger signal c. should sound one short blast to indicate that you are holding course and speed d. are required to back down

b. must sound the danger signal Reference: Rule 9(d)

8. BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are approaching a narrow channel. Another vessel in the channel can only be navigated safely in that channel. You should ________________________. a. hold your course and speed if he is on your port bow b. not cross the channel if you might impede the other vessel c. sound two prolonged blasts followed by one short blast d. sound three short blasts, and take all way off your vessel

b. not cross the channel if you might impede the other vessel Reference: Rule 9(d)

10. BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The Rules state that certain factors are to be taken into account when determining safe speed. Those factors include _____________________. a. temperature b. state of wind, sea, and current, and the proximity of navigational hazards c. aids to navigation that are available d. maximum attainable speed of your vessel

b. state of wind, sea, and current, and the proximity of navigational hazards Reference: Rule 6(a)(v)

7. BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are approaching another vessel and are not sure whether danger of collision exists. You must assume __________________. a. you are the give way vessel b. there is risk of collision c. there is no risk of collision d. the other vessel is also in doubt

b. there is risk of collision Reference: Rule 7(a)

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

c. The action must be positive and made in ample time. Reference: Rule 8(a)

8. INLAND ONLY A power-driven vessel operating in a narrow channel, with a following current, on the Western Rivers, is meeting an upbound vessel. Which statement is true? a. The upbound vessel has the right-of-way. b. The downbound vessel is not required initiate the required maneuvering signals. c. The downbound vessel has the right-of-way. d. The downbound vessel shall not propose the manner and place of passage.

c. The downbound vessel has the right-of-way. Reference: Inland Rule 9(a)(ii)

18. 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? a. The vessel going upstream stemming the current. b. The vessel that is towing regardless of the current. c. The vessel down-bound with a following current. d. Either vessel.

c. The vessel down-bound with a following current. Reference: Inland Rule 9(a)(ii)

11. BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The rule regarding lookouts applies _______________________. a. only between dusk and dawn b. only in heavy traffic c. at all times d. only in restricted visibility

c. at all times Congratulations, you are correct. Reference: Rule 5

5. BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A lookout shall be maintained ____________________. a. at night and during restricted visibility b. only at night c. at all times d. only during restricted visibility

c. at all times Reference: Rule 5

19. BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Every vessel should at all times proceed at a "safe speed". "Safe speed" is defined as that speed where ________________________. a. you can stop within your visibility range b. you are traveling slower than surrounding vessels c. you can take proper and effective action to avoid collision d. no wake comes from your vessel

c. you can take proper and effective action to avoid collision Congratulations, you are correct. Reference: Rule 6

18. INTERNATIONAL ONLY Which vessel shall avoid impeding the safe passage of a vessel constrained by her draft? a. A vessel servicing a buoy. b. A vessel not under command. c. A vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver. d. A fishing vessel.

d. A fishing vessel. Reference: Rule 9(c)

17. BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel may slacken her speed, stop, or reverse her engines to ________________________. a. avoid collision b. allow more time to assess the situation c. pass at a safe distance d. All of the above

d. All of the above Reference: Rule 8(e)

1. BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which factor is listed in the Rules as one which must be taken into account when determining safe speed? a. The age of the vessel. b. The construction of the vessel. c. The experience of vessel personnel. d. The maneuverability of the vessel.

d. The maneuverability of the vessel. Reference: Rule 6(a)(iii)

12. BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which statement is true concerning a vessel equipped with operational radar? a. The Master of the vessel must be on the bridge when the radar is in use. b. The use of radar excuses a vessel from the need of a lookout. c. The radar equipment is only required to be used in restricted visibility. d. This equipment must be used to obtain early warning of risk of collision.

d. This equipment must be used to obtain early warning of risk of collision. Reference: Rule 7(b)

4. BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND In determining "safe speed", all of the following must be taken into account EXCEPT the ___________________________. 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 Reference: Rule 6(a)(iii)(iv)(vi)