Boating Certification Test Navigation Rules 4

Question 1

Under Inland Rules, what is the signal for a vessel that is in doubt about another vessel's intentions?

Accepted Answer

At least five short and rapid blasts

Answer

Five or more short rapid blasts is the danger or doubt signal that must be sounded when another vessel's actions are unclear.

Question 2

A vessel approaching a bend in a narrow channel should sound what signal?

Accepted Answer

One prolonged blast

Answer

One prolonged blast is sounded when approaching a bend or area where other vessels may be obscured.

Question 3

Which factor is NOT specifically listed in the rules as relevant to determining safe speed?

Accepted Answer

The color of the vessel's hull

Answer

Hull color has no bearing on safe speed determination; wind, traffic, visibility, and maneuverability all do.

Question 4

Two power-driven vessels meet head-on. What action should EACH vessel take?

Accepted Answer

Both vessels alter course to starboard

Answer

In a head-on meeting situation both vessels must alter course to starboard so they pass port-to-port.

Question 5

A sailing vessel is overtaking a power-driven vessel. Which vessel must give way?

Accepted Answer

The sailing vessel, because the overtaking vessel always gives way

Answer

The overtaking vessel, regardless of type, must keep clear of the vessel being overtaken.

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