Boating Certification Test Navigation Rules 2

Question 1

Two power-driven vessels are crossing. Which vessel must give way?

Accepted Answer

The vessel on the port side of the other

Answer

In a crossing situation, the vessel that has the other on its starboard side is the give-way vessel.

Question 2

What does a vessel constrained by her draft have in common with a vessel not under command?

Accepted Answer

Both have restricted ability to maneuver and must be given way

Answer

Both vessel types have limited maneuverability and other vessels must keep clear of them.

Question 3

Which sound signal indicates a vessel is altering course to STARBOARD?

Accepted Answer

One short blast

Answer

One short blast signals a course change to starboard under the Inland Rules.

Question 4

A vessel overtaking another in a narrow channel wishes to pass on the overtaken vessel's port side. What signal should the overtaking vessel sound?

Accepted Answer

Two prolonged blasts followed by two short blasts

Answer

Two prolonged and two short blasts is the Inland Rules signal indicating intent to overtake on the port side.

Question 5

What is the minimum sound signal equipment required for a vessel less than 12 meters in length?

Accepted Answer

Any means of making an efficient sound signal

Answer

Vessels under 12 meters need only some means of making an efficient sound signal — no specific device is mandated.

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