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Rules Of The Road Test

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BK NBR ANS QUESTION CHOICE  A CHOICE  B CHOICE  C CHOICE  D
1 1 C INLAND ONLY You are navigating in a narrow channel and must remain in the channel for safe operation.  Another vessel is crossing the channel ahead of you from your starboard and you doubt whether your vessel will pass safely.  Which statement is TRUE? You must stop your vessel, since the other vessel is the stand-on. You must sound one short blast of the whistle and turn to starboard. You must sound the danger signal. You must stop your engines and you may sound the danger signal.
1 2 B INLAND ONLY What is the required whistle signal for a power-driven vessel leaving a dock or berth? One short blast One prolonged blast Two short blasts Two prolonged blasts
1 3 B INLAND ONLY In a narrow channel, you are underway on vessel "A" and desire to overtake vessel "B".  After you sound two short blasts on your whistle, vessel "B" sounds five short  and rapid blasts on the whistle.  You should __________. pass with caution on the port side of vessel "B" hold your relative position, and then sound another signal  after the situation has stabilized answer the five short blast signal then stop your vessel until the other vessel initiates a signal slow or stop and expect radical maneuvers from "B"
1 5 A INLAND ONLY You are overtaking a power-driven vessel in a narrow channel and wish to leave her on your starboard side.  You may __________. attempt to contact her on the radiotelephone to arrange for the passage proceed to overtake her without sounding whistle signals sound five short blasts All of the above
1 6 B INLAND ONLY A vessel displaying a flashing blue light is __________. transferring dangerous cargo a law enforcement vessel a work boat engaged in a race
1 8 A INLAND ONLY If you were coming up on another power-driven vessel from dead astern and desired to overtake on the other vessel's starboard side, which whistle signal would you sound? One short blast One prolonged blast Two short blasts Two prolonged blasts
1 9 B INLAND ONLY Which statement is TRUE concerning narrow channels? You should keep to that side of the channel which is on your port side. You should avoid anchoring in a narrow channel. A vessel having a following current will propose the manner of passage in any case where two vessels are meeting. All of the above
1 10 D INLAND ONLY Which term is NOT defined in the Inland Navigation Rules? Seaplane Restricted visibility Underway Vessel constrained by her draft
1 14 C INLAND ONLY You have made your vessel up to a tow and are moving from a pier out into the main channel.  Your engines are turning ahead. What whistle signal should you sound? One prolonged and two short blasts Three long blasts One prolonged blast Five or more short rapid blasts
1 15 C INLAND ONLY Under the Inland Navigation Rules, what is the  meaning of the two short blasts signal used when meeting another vessel? "I am turning to starboard." "I am turning to port." "I intend to leave you on my starboard side." "I intend to leave you on my port side."
1 20 B INLAND ONLY Your vessel is proceeding down a channel, and can safely navigate only within the channel.  Another vessel is crossing your bow from port to starboard, and you are in doubt as to her intentions.  Which statement is TRUE? The sounding of the danger signal is optional. The sounding of the danger signal is mandatory. You should sound two short blasts. You should sound one prolonged and two short blasts.
1 21 D INLAND ONLY The stand-on vessel in a crossing situation sounds one short blast of the whistle.  This means that the vessel __________. intends to hold course and speed is changing course to starboard is changing course to port intends to leave the other on her port side
1 30 C INLAND ONLY Which signal must a power-driven vessel give, in addition to one prolonged blast, when backing out of a berth with another vessel in sight? 2 short blasts 1 blast 3 short blasts 4 blasts
1 36 D INLAND ONLY Which type of vessel is NOT mentioned in the Inland Navigation Rules? An inconspicuous, partly submerged vessel A seaplane An air-cushion vessel A vessel constrained by her draft
1 43 B INLAND ONLY You are meeting another vessel head-on and sound one short blast as a passing signal.  The other vessel answers with two short blasts.  What should be your next action? Pass on the other vessel's starboard side. Sound the danger signal. Pass astern of the other vessel. Hold your course and speed.
1 48 A INLAND ONLY  Which statement is TRUE concerning the fog signal of a vessel 15 meters in length, anchored in a "special anchorage area" approved by the Secretary? The vessel is not required to sound a fog signal. The vessel shall ring a bell for 5 seconds every minute. The vessel shall sound one blast of the foghorn every 2 minutes. The vessel shall sound three blasts on the whistle every 2  minutes.
1 51 A INLAND ONLY Which statement is TRUE concerning the Inland Navigation Rules? They list requirements for Traffic Separation Schemes. They define moderate speed. They require communication by radiotelephone to reach a passing agreement. All of the above
1 60 C INLAND ONLY Two vessels are meeting on a clear day and will pass less than half a mile apart.  In this situation whistle signals __________. must be exchanged may be exchanged must be exchanged if passing agreements have not been made  by radio must be exchanged only if course changes are necessary by either vessel
1 89 B INLAND ONLY Your vessel 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 __________. may sound the danger signal must sound the danger signal should sound one short blast to indicate that you are holding course and speed are required to back down
1 97 D INLAND ONLY Which statement is TRUE concerning a passing agreement made by radiotelephone? Such an agreement is prohibited by the Rules. A vessel which has made such an agreement must also sound whistle signals. Whistle signals must still be exchanged when passing within half a mile of each other. If agreement is reached by radiotelephone, whistle signals  are optional.
1 102 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which of the day-shapes shown must you show when at anchor? A B C D
1 103 B INLAND ONLY Which light display would mark the opening in a pipeline where vessels could pass through? Three red lights in a vertical line on each side of the opening Two red lights in a vertical line on each side of the opening Three white lights in a vertical line on each side of the opening Two white lights in a vertical line on each side of the opening
1 116 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are on a 30-meter fishing vessel.  Which day shape must you show while engaged in fishing? A B C D
1 118 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are on a vessel engaged in fishing, other than trawling, and have gear extending more than 150 meters horizontally from the vessel.  Which day-shape must you show in the direction of the outlying gear? A B C D
1 119 C INLAND ONLY What MAY be used to indicate the presence of a  partly submerged object being towed? A black cone, apex upward Two all-round yellow lights at each end of the tow The beam of a search light from the towing vessel shown in  the direction of the tow All of the above
1 128 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND  You are on a sailing vessel.  While under sail you decide to use your engine to assist in propulsion.  Which day signal would you show? D C B None of these day signals are correct.
1 130 D INLAND ONLY Your vessel 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 are required to __________. slow to bare steerageway back down sound one short blast to indicate that you are holding course and speed sound the danger signal
1 138 B INLAND ONLY A law enforcement vessel patrolling a marine regatta may show either a flashing blue light or __________. two amber lights in a horizontal line an alternately flashing red and yellow light a high intensity flashing white light (strobe) a fixed green light over a red flashing light
1 219 C INLAND ONLY You are proceeding up a channel in Chesapeake Bay and are meeting an outbound vessel.  There is no current.  You MUST __________. keep to that side of the channel which is on your vessel's port side stop your vessel, letting the outbound vessel sound the signals for meeting and passing propose or answer one- or two-blast whistle signals given by the other vessel if passing within 1/2 mile give the outbound vessel the right-of-way
1 4014 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A power-driven vessel underway  in fog making NO way must sound what signal? One long blast Two prolonged blasts One prolonged blast One prolonged and two short blasts
1 4015 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A 95-meter vessel aground sounds which fog signal? A rapid ringing of a bell for 5 seconds every two minutes A whistle signal of one short, one prolonged, and one short blast A prolonged blast of the whistle at intervals not to exceed one minute A rapid ringing of a bell for 5 seconds, preceded and followed by three separate and distinct strokes on the bell
1 4018 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND  Which is a distress signal? A triangular flag above or below a ball The International Code Signal of distress indicated by "JV" A green smoke signal Flames on the vessel as from a burning tar barrel
1 4020 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel must proceed at a safe speed __________. in restricted visibility in congested waters during darkness at all times
1 4023 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A sailing vessel is overtaking a tug and tow as shown.  Which statement is CORRECT? The sailing vessel is the stand-on vessel because it is overtaking. The sailing vessel is the stand-on vessel because it is under sail. The tug is the stand-on vessel because it is being  overtaken. The tug is the stand-on vessel because it is towing.
1 4024 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The word "vessel", in the Rules, includes __________. sailing ships nondisplacement craft seaplanes All of the above
1 4025 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A sailing vessel with the wind  abaft the beam is navigating in fog.  She should sound __________. three short blasts one prolonged blast one prolonged and two short blasts two prolonged blasts
1 4026 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which is a distress signal? Firing of green star shells Sounding 5 short blasts on the whistle Answering a one blast whistle signal with two blasts A flaming barrel of oil on deck
1 4028 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND If two sailing vessels are running free with the wind on the same side, which one must keep clear of the other? The one with the wind closest abeam The one with the wind closest astern The one to leeward The one to windward
1 4034 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel "restricted in her ability to maneuver" is one which __________. from the nature of her work is unable to maneuver as required by the rules through some exceptional circumstance is unable to maneuver as required by the rules due to adverse weather conditions is unable to maneuver as  required by the rules has lost steering and is unable to maneuver
1 4036 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are preparing to cross a narrow channel.  You see a vessel that can only be navigated safely within the channel.  You should __________. not cross the channel if you might impede the other vessel initiate an exchange of passing signals sound the danger signal hold your course and speed
1 4039 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You see another vessel  approaching, and its compass bearing does not significantly change. This would indicate that __________. you are the stand-on vessel risk of collision exists a special circumstances situation exists the other vessel is dead in the water
1 4043 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are the watch officer on a  power-driven vessel and notice a large sailing vessel approaching from astern.  You should __________. slow down sound one short blast and change course to starboard sound two short blasts and change course to port hold your course and speed
1 4048 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND If it becomes necessary for a stand-on vessel to take action to avoid collision, she shall NOT, if possible, __________. decrease speed increase speed turn to port for a vessel on her own port side turn to starboard for a vessel on her own port side
1 4049 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Your vessel is NOT making way,  but is not in any way disabled.  Another vessel is approaching you on your starboard beam.  Which statement is TRUE? The other vessel must give way since your vessel is stopped. Your vessel is the give-way vessel in a crossing situation. You should be showing the lights or shapes for a vessel not under command. You should be showing the lights or shapes for a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver.
1 4050 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A 22-meter sailing vessel when also being propelled by machinery shall show during daylight hours a __________. black diamond black cone black ball basket
1 4053 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Two vessels meeting in a "head-on" situation are directed by the Rules to __________. alter course to starboard and pass port to port alter course to port and pass starboard to starboard decide on which side the passage will occur by matching whistle signals slow to bare steerageway
1 4055 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND When shall the stand-on vessel  change course and speed? The stand-on vessel may change course and speed at any time as it has the right-of-way After the give-way vessel sounds one blast in a crossing situation When action by the give-way vessel alone cannot prevent collision When the two vessels become less than half a mile apart
1 4056 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A sailing vessel with the wind  abaft the beam is navigating in restricted visibility.  She should sound __________. three short blasts one prolonged blast one prolonged and two short blasts two prolonged blasts
1 4058 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which factor is listed in the Rules as one which must be taken into account when  determining safe speed? The construction of the vessel The maneuverability of the vessel The experience of vessel personnel All of the above must be taken into account.
1 4060 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel approaching your vessel from 235° relative is in what type of situation? Meeting Overtaking Crossing Passing
1 4066 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The wind is ESE, and a sailing  vessel is steering NW.  Which fog signal should she sound? One blast at one-minute intervals One blast at two-minute intervals Two blasts at one-minute intervals One prolonged and two short blasts at two-minute intervals
1 4077 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel at anchor shall display, between sunrise and sunset, on the forward part of the vessel where it can best be seen __________. one black ball two black balls one red ball two orange and white balls
1 4083 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND All of the following are distress signals EXCEPT __________. the continuous sounding of any fog signal apparatus giving five or more short and rapid blasts of the whistle firing a gun at intervals of about a minute a barrel with burning oil in it, on deck
1 4088 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The term "restricted visibility" as used in the Rules refers __________. only to fog only to visibility of less than one-half of a mile to visibility where you cannot see shore to any condition where visibility is restricted
1 4090 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND According to the Navigation Rules, you may depart from the Rules when __________. no vessels are in sight visually no vessels are visible on radar you are in immediate danger out of sight of land
1 4093 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which statement is TRUE concerning two sailing vessels? A sailing vessel with the wind forward of the beam on her port side shall keep out of the way of a sailing vessel with the wind forward of the beam on the starboard side. When both vessels have the wind on the same side, the vessel to leeward shall keep out of the way. A sail vessel with the wind abaft of the beam must keep out of the way of a vessel sailing into the wind. None of the above
1 4095 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND When underway in a channel, you should keep to the __________. middle of the channel starboard side of the channel port side of the channel side of the channel that has the widest turns
1 4099 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND During the day, a dredge will indicate the side on which it is safe to pass by displaying __________. two balls in a vertical line two diamonds in a vertical line a single black ball no shape is shown during the day
1 4104 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel is "in sight" of another vessel when __________. she can be observed by radar she can be observed visually from the other vessel she can be plotted on radar well enough to determine her heading her fog signal can be heard
1 4105 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which statement is TRUE concerning two sailing vessels approaching each other? A sailing vessel overtaking another is the give-way vessel. When each is on a different tack, the vessel on the starboard tack shall keep out of the way. A sailing vessel seeing another to leeward on an undetermined tack shall hold her course. All of the above
1 4106 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND What type of vessel or operation is indicated by a vessel showing two cones with the apexes  together? Sailing vessel Vessel trawling Mineclearing Dredge
1 4107 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A power-driven vessel has on her port side a sailing vessel which is on a collision course.  The power-driven vessel is to __________. maintain course and speed keep clear, passing at a safe distance sound one blast and turn to starboard stop her engines
1 4112 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel, which is unable to maneuver due to some exceptional circumstance, shall exhibit __________. during the day, three balls in a vertical line during the day, three shapes, the highest and lowest being  balls and the middle being a diamond when making way at night, two all-round red lights, sidelights, and a stern light when making way at night, masthead lights, sidelights, and a stern light
1 4113 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which signal, other than a distress signal, can be used by a vessel to attract attention? Searchlight beam Continuous sounding of a fog signal apparatus Burning barrel Orange smoke signal
1 4121 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A sailing vessel is NOT required to keep out of the way of a __________. power-driven vessel vessel not under command vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver vessel engaged in fishing
1 4135 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel is being propelled both by sail and by engines.  Under the Rules, the vessel is __________. a "special circumstance" vessel not covered under any category a sail vessel a power-driven vessel
1 4140 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The rule regarding look-outs applies __________. in restricted visibility between dusk and dawn in heavy traffic All of the above
1 4146 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND When taking action to avoid collision, you should __________. make sure the action is taken in enough time not make any large course changes not make any large speed changes All of the above
1 4156 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which vessel is "underway" under the Rules of the Road? A vessel at anchor with the engine running A vessel with a line led to a tree onshore A vessel drifting with the engine off A vessel aground
1 4181 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND According to the Rules, which vessel is NOT "restricted in her ability to maneuver"? A vessel servicing a navigation marker A sailing vessel A vessel mineclearing A vessel dredging
1 4187 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND In a crossing situation on open waters, a sailing vessel shall keep out of the way of all the following vessels EXCEPT a __________. vessel not under command vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver power-driven vessel approaching on her starboard side vessel fishing
1 4191 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are on watch in the fog. Your vessel is proceeding at a safe speed when you hear a fog signal ahead of you.  The Rules require you to navigate with caution and, if danger of collision exists, __________. slow to less than 2 knots stop your engines reduce to bare steerageway begin a radar plot
1 4202 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are underway in fog when you hear the following signal:  one short blast, one prolonged  blast and one short blast in succession.  Which of the following would it be? A sailing vessel underway with the wind abaft the beam A power-driven vessel underway and making way through the water A vessel at anchor A vessel towing
1 4207 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Your power-driven vessel is underway when you sight a sailing vessel on your port bow.  Which vessel is the "stand-on" vessel? The sailboat, because it is to port of your vessel The sailboat, because it is under sail Your vessel, because it is a power-driven vessel Your vessel, because it is to starboard of the sailboat
1 4209 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which statement concerning maneuvering in restricted visibility is FALSE? A vessel which cannot avoid a close-quarters situation with a vessel forward of her beam shall reduce her speed to bare steerageway. A vessel which hears a fog signal forward of her beam shall stop her engines. A vessel which hears a fog signal forward of the beam shall navigate with caution. If a vessel determines by radar that a close-quarters situation is developing, she shall take avoiding action in  ample time.
1 4211 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND In order for a stand-on vessel  to take action in a situation, she must determine that the  other vessel __________. is restricted in her ability to maneuver has sounded the danger signal is not taking appropriate action has not changed course since risk of collision was  determined
1 4216 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are approaching a narrow channel.  You see a vessel that can only be navigated safely within the channel.  You should __________. initiate an exchange of passing signals not cross the channel if you might impede the other vessel sound the danger signal hold your course and speed
1 4217 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A man aboard a vessel, signaling by raising and lowering his outstretched arms to each side, is indicating __________. danger, stay away all is clear, it is safe to pass the vessel is anchored a distress signal
1 4219 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Your 15-meter vessel is crossing a narrow channel and a large cargo vessel to port is within the channel and crossing your course.  You must __________. hold course and speed sound the danger signal initiate an exchange of passing signals do not cross the channel if you might impede the other vessel
1 4228 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND When is a stand-on vessel FIRST allowed by the Rules to take action in order to avoid collision? When the two vessels are less than half a mile from each other. When the give-way vessel is not taking appropriate action to avoid collision. When collision is imminent. The stand-on vessel is never allowed to take action.
1 4229 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are crossing a narrow channel in a 15-meter vessel when you sight a tankship off  your port bow coming up the channel.  Which statement is TRUE? Yours is the give-way vessel because it is less than 30 meters long. You shall not impede the safe passage of the tankship. The tankship is the stand-on vessel because it is to port of  your vessel. The tankship is the stand-on vessel because it is the larger  of the two vessels.
1 4248 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND What is NOT a distress signal? Red flares or red rockets Continuous sounding of fog signaling apparatus International Code Flags "November" and "Charlie" Basket hanging in the rigging
1 4268 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Your vessel is at anchor in fog.  The fog signal of another vessel, apparently underway, has been growing louder and the danger of collision appears to exist.  In addition to your fog signal, what signal may be used to indicate your presence? No signal other than your fog signal may be used. One prolonged, one short, and one prolonged whistle blast One prolonged followed by two short whistle blasts One short, one prolonged, and one short whistle blast
1 4273 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND  Which vessel is NOT classified as "restricted in her ability to maneuver"? A vessel picking up a navigation mark A vessel transferring cargo while underway A vessel whose anchor is fouled A vessel in a towing operation that restricts the ability of the vessel and her tow to change their course
1 4297 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which requirement must be met in order for a stand-on vessel to take action to avoid collision? Risk of collision must exist. The give-way vessel must have taken action first. The vessels must be within half a mile of each other. There are no requirements to be met.  The stand-on vessel may take action anytime.
1 4301 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND In which situation would risk of collision definitely exist? A vessel is 22 degrees on your port bow, range increasing,  bearing changing slightly to the right. A vessel is broad on your starboard beam, range decreasing, bearing changing rapidly to the right. A vessel is 22 degrees abaft your port beam, range  increasing, bearing is constant. A vessel is on your starboard quarter, range decreasing, bearing is constant.
1 4306 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which vessel is directed not to impede the passage of a vessel which can only navigate inside a narrow channel? A vessel of less than 20 meters in length A vessel not under command A vessel engaged in surveying All of the above
1 4314 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND In order for a vessel to be "engaged in fishing" she must be __________. underway using gear which extends more than 50 meters outboard using a seine of some type using gear which restricts her maneuverability
1 4329 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Your vessel is 25 meters long and anchored in restricted visibility. You are required to  sound the proper fog signal at intervals of not more than __________. 30 seconds one minute two minutes three minutes
1 4330 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND While underway in fog, you hear a short blast, a prolonged blast, and a short blast of a whistle.  This signal indicates a __________. vessel towing in fog sailboat underway in fog vessel being towed in fog vessel anchored in fog
1 4332 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are the stand-on vessel in a crossing situation.  You may hold your course and speed until __________. the other vessel takes necessary action the other vessel gets to within half a mile of your vessel action by the give-way vessel alone will not prevent collision the other vessel gets to within a quarter mile of your vessel
1 4334 A 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 that channel? 20 meters 50 meters 65 meters 100 meters
1 4336 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND While underway and in sight of  another vessel crossing less than .5 mile away, you put your engines full speed astern. Which statement concerning whistle signals is TRUE? You must sound three short blasts on the whistle. You must sound one blast if backing to starboard. You must sound whistle signals only if the vessels are meeting. You need not sound any whistle signals.
1 4338 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel hearing a fog signal forward of her beam has not determined if risk of collision exists.  She shall reduce speed to __________. moderate speed safe speed half speed bare steerageway
1 4340 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND While underway and making way your vessel enters fog.  Which fog signal should you sound  every two minutes? One prolonged blast Two prolonged blasts Three short blasts A prolonged blast and three short blasts
1 4341 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND On open water, a vessel fishing is in a crossing situation with a vessel sailing located on the fishing vessel's starboard side.  Which vessel is the stand-on vessel? The fishing vessel because it is to port of the sailing vessel. The fishing vessel because it is fishing. The sailing vessel because it is to starboard of the fishing vessel. The sailing vessel because it is sailing.
1 4342 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The lights prescribed by the Rules shall be exhibited __________. from sunrise to sunset in restricted visibility at all times from sunset to sunrise, and at no other time whenever a look-out is posted
1 4343 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Risk of collision may exist __________. if the compass bearing of an approaching vessel does NOT appreciably change even when an appreciable bearing change is evident, particularly when approaching a vessel at close range if you observe both sidelights of a vessel ahead for an extended period of time All of the above
1 4344 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND "safe speed" is defined as that speed where __________. you can stop within your visibility range you can take proper and effective action to avoid collision you are traveling slower than surrounding vessels no wake comes from your vessel
1 4353 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Every vessel that is to keep out of the way of another vessel must take positive early action to comply with this obligation and must __________. avoid crossing ahead of the other vessel avoid passing astern of the other vessel sound one prolonged blast to indicate compliance alter course to port for a vessel on her port side
1 4379 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which statement is TRUE concerning risk of collision? The stand-on vessel must keep out of the way of the other vessel when risk of collision exists. Risk of collision always exists when two vessels pass within one mile of each other. Risk of collision always exists when the compass bearing of an approaching vessel changes appreciably. Risk of collision may exist when the compass bearing of an  approaching vessel is changing appreciably.
1 4383 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are in charge of a stand-on vessel in a crossing situation.  The other vessel is 1.5 miles to port.  You believe that risk of collision exists.  You should __________. take avoiding action immediately upon determining that risk of collision exists immediately sound the danger signal take avoiding action only after providing the give-way vessel time to take action, and determining that her action is not appropriate hold course and speed until the point of extremis, and then sound the danger signal, taking whatever action will best avert collision
1 4391 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are crossing a narrow channel in a small motorboat.  You sight a tankship off your port bow coming up the channel.  Which statement is TRUE? You are the stand-on vessel because the tankship is to port. You cannot impede the safe passage of the tankship. The tankship is the stand-on vessel because it is to port of  your vessel. The tankship is the stand-on vessel because it is the larger  of the two vessels.
1 4398 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A tugboat displaying the day-shape shown __________. is at anchor is not under command has a tow that exceeds 200 meters in length has a tow that is carrying dangerous cargo
1 4399 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which vessel would display a cone, apex downward? A fishing vessel with outlying gear A vessel proceeding under sail and machinery A vessel engaged in diving operations A vessel being towed
1 4400 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND When action to avoid a close quarters situation is taken, a course change alone may be the most effective action provided that __________. it is done in a succession of small course changes it is NOT done too early it is a large course change the course change is to starboard
1 4418 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND When two vessels are in immediate danger of collision, the stand-on vessel must __________. abandon ship assist in taking whatever action is necessary to avoid collision hold course and speed sound a distress signal
1 4429 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Two vessels are meeting head-on.  How must the vessels pass? One vessel must alter course while the other must continue  on its course. The vessels should determine which will alter course by sounding whistle signals. Both vessels should alter course to port and pass starboard to starboard. Both vessels should alter course to starboard and pass port to port.
1 4433 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which vessel is NOT to be regarded as "restricted in her ability to maneuver"? A vessel transferring provisions while underway A pushing vessel and a vessel being pushed when connected in a composite unit A vessel servicing a navigation mark A vessel launching aircraft
1 4434 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which statement correctly applies to a situation where a sailing vessel is overtaking a power-driven vessel? The power-driven vessel must keep out of the way of the sailing vessel. A "special circumstance" situation exists. The sailing vessel must keep out of the way of the power- driven vessel. The vessel which has the other vessel to the right must keep out of the way.
1 4435 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which procedure(s) shall be used to determine risk of collision? Watching the compass bearing of an approaching vessel Systematic observation of objects detected by radar Long-range radar scanning All of the above
1 4440 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which craft would be considered a "power-driven vessel" under the Rules of the Road? An auxiliary sail vessel, using her engine A canoe being propelled by a small outboard motor A tug powered by a diesel engine All of the above
1 4442 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which vessel shall not impede the passage of a vessel which can only navigate inside a narrow channel? A vessel of less than 20 meters in length A vessel not under command A vessel engaged in surveying All of the above
1 4443 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which statement is TRUE in an overtaking situation? An overtaking situation exists when one vessel is approaching another vessel from anywhere abaft the beam. It is the duty of the vessel being overtaken to get out of  the way. Any later change of bearing between the two vessels shall not make the overtaking vessel a crossing vessel. All of the above
1 4444 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which vessel must exhibit a conical shape, apex downwards? A 10-meter vessel engaged in fishing A 15-meter vessel proceeding under sail when also being propelled by machinery A 20-meter vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver All of the above
1 4446 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which is NOT a distress signal? A continuous sounding with any fog signal apparatus A signal sent by radiotelephone consisting of the spoken word "Mayday" An International Code Signal of N.C. The firing of green star rockets or shells
1 4449 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND In a crossing situation, which  vessel may sound the danger signal? Give-way vessel Stand-on vessel Either vessel Neither vessel
1 4451 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Every vessel should at all times proceed at a "safe speed".  "Safe speed" is defined as that speed where __________. you can stop within your visibility range you can take proper and effective action to avoid collision you are traveling slower than surrounding vessels no wake comes from your vessel
1 4454 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND In a crossing situation, a stand-on vessel which is forced to take action in order to avoid collision with a vessel on her own port side shall, if possible, avoid __________. turning to port turning to starboard decreasing speed increasing speed
1 4459 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Three short blasts of the whistle means __________. "danger" "I am in distress" the vessel is not under command (broken down) "I am operating astern propulsion"
1 4460 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Of the vessels listed, which must keep out of the way of all the others? A sailing vessel A vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver A vessel not under command A vessel engaged in fishing
1 4467 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND  Under the Rules, the term "vessel" includes __________. non-self-propelled raft seaplanes hovercrafts All of the above
1 4470 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are in charge of a stand-on vessel in a crossing situation.  The other vessel is 1.5 miles to port.  You believe that risk of collision exists.  You should __________. take avoiding action immediately upon determining that risk of collision exists immediately sound the danger signal, and change course take avoiding action only after giving the give-way vessel  time to take action, and determining that her action is not appropriate hold course and speed until the point of extremis, and then sound the danger signal, taking whatever action will best avoid collision
1 4471 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel towing astern  in an operation which severely restricts the towing vessel  and her tow in their ability to deviate from their course shall, when making way, show __________. the masthead lights for a towing vessel the lights for a vessel restricted in its ability to maneuver sidelights, stern light and towing light All of the above
1 4474 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND In a crossing situation, the stand-on vessel should normally __________. take action to cross ahead of the other vessel take action to pass astern of the other vessel maintain course and speed change course and increase speed
1 4477 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND There is a provision to depart  from the Rules, if necessary, to avoid __________. a close-quarters situation an overtaking situation immediate danger Any of the above
1 4478 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Risk of collision exists when an approaching vessel has a(n) __________. generally steady bearing and decreasing range generally steady range and increasing bearing increasing range and bearing decreasing bearing only
1 4479 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND What signal indicates doubt that sufficient action is being taken by another vessel to avoid collision? Five short and rapid blasts of the whistle Three long blasts of the whistle Three short and rapid blasts of the whistle One prolonged blast followed by three short blasts of the whistle
1 4480 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A power-driven vessel towing another vessel astern (tow less than 200 meters) shall show __________. a small white light abaft the funnel three masthead lights in a vertical line instead of either  the forward or after masthead lights two masthead lights in a vertical line instead of either the forward or after masthead lights two towing lights in a vertical line at the stern
1 4485 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are underway in reduced visibility.  You hear the fog signal of another vessel about 20° on your starboard bow.  Risk of collision may exist.  You should __________. alter course to starboard to pass around the other vessel reduce your speed to bare steerageway slow your engines and let the other vessel pass ahead of you alter course to port to pass the other vessel on its portside
1 4486 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND What day-shape would a vessel at anchor show during daylight? One black ball Two black balls Three black balls No signal
1 4493 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are underway in fog and hear one short, one prolonged, and one short blast in succession.  What is the meaning of this signal? A vessel is in distress and needs assistance. A vessel is fishing, hauling nets. A vessel is at anchor, warning of her position. A vessel is towing.
1 4497 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND What is a requirement for any action taken to avoid collision? When in sight of another vessel, any action taken must be accompanied by sound signals. The action taken must include changing the speed of the vessel. The action must be positive and made in ample time. All of the above
1 4498 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND 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 basket a black ball a black cone two black cones
1 4500 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Your power-driven vessel is stopped and making no way, but is not in any way disabled. Another vessel is approaching you on your starboard beam.  Which statement is TRUE? The other vessel must give way since your vessel is stopped. Your vessel is the give-way vessel in a crossing situation. You should be showing the lights or shapes for a vessel not under command. You should be showing the lights or shapes for a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver.
1 4510 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are approaching a vessel dredging during the day and see two balls in a vertical line on the port side of the dredge.  These shapes mean that __________. you should pass on the port side of the dredge there is an obstruction on the port side of the dredge the dredge is not under command the dredge is moored
1 4513 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND By day, you sight a vessel displaying three shapes in a vertical line.  The top and bottom shapes are balls, and the middle shape is a diamond. It could be a __________. vessel trolling mineclearing vessel trawler vessel engaged in replenishment at sea
1 4516 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which vessel is, by definition, unable to keep out of the way of another vessel? Vessel engaged in fishing Vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver Sailing vessel Vessel towing
1 4523 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel is overtaking when she approaches another from more than how many degrees abaft the beam? 0.0° 11.25° 22.5° 45.0°
1 4525 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Sailing vessels are stand-on over power-driven vessels except __________. in a crossing situation in a meeting situation when they are the overtaking vessel on the inland waters of the U.S.
1 4526 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which statement is TRUE concerning risk of collision? Risk of collision never exists if the compass bearing of the other vessel is changing. Proper use shall be made of radar equipment to determine risk of collision. Risk of collision must be determined before any action can  be taken by a vessel. Risk of collision exists if the vessels will pass within half a mile of each other.
1 4533 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND  In which situation do the Rules require both vessels to change course? Two power-driven vessels meeting head-on Two power-driven vessels crossing when it is apparent to the stand-on vessel that the give-way vessel is not taking appropriate action Two sailing vessels crossing with the wind on the same side All of the above
1 4536 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND 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 __________. hold course and speed sound the danger signal keep out of the way of the other vessel turn to port and come into the wind
1 4537 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Vessel "A" is on course 000°T.  Vessel "B" is on a course such that she is involved in a head-on situation and is bearing 355°T, 2 miles away from vessel "A".  To ensure a safe passing, vessel "A" should __________. maintain course alter course to port alter course to ensure a starboard to starboard passing maneuver to ensure a port to port passing
1 4538 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND What is a vessel "restricted in her ability to maneuver"? A vessel not under command A vessel constrained by her draft A vessel underway in fog A vessel towing unable to deviate from her course
1 4539 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND All of the following are distress signals under the Rules EXCEPT __________. a green star signal orange-colored smoke red flares the repeated raising and lowering of outstretched arms
1 4541 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The Rules state that vessels may depart from the Rules when __________. there are no other vessels around operating in a narrow channel the Master enters it in the ship's log necessary to avoid immediate danger
1 4544 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are approaching another vessel on crossing courses.  She is approximately half a mile distant and is presently on your starboard bow.  You believe she will cross ahead of you.  She then sounds a whistle signal of five short blasts.  You should __________. answer the signal and hold course and speed reduce speed slightly to make sure she will have room to pass make a large course change, accompanied by the appropriate  whistle signal, and slow down if necessary wait for another whistle signal from the other vessel
1 4545 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND  You are approaching another vessel and are not sure whether danger of collision exists. You must assume __________. there is risk of collision you are the give way vessel the other vessel is also in doubt All of the above are correct.
1 4548 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which statement is TRUE regarding equipment for sound signals? A vessel of less than 12 meters in length need not have any sound signaling equipment. Any vessel over 12 meters in length must be provided with a gong. Manual sounding of the bell and gong must always be possible. Automatic sounding of the signals is not permitted.
1 4551 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The Rules state that a vessel overtaking another vessel is relieved of her duty to keep clear when __________. she is forward of the other vessel's beam the overtaking situation becomes a crossing situation she is past and clear of the other vessel the other vessel is no longer in sight
1 4556 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Day-shapes MUST be shown __________. during daylight hours during daylight hours except in restricted visibility ONLY between 8 AM and 4 PM daily between sunset and sunrise
1 4568 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which vessel is "underway" according to the Rules? A vessel made fast to a single point mooring buoy A purse seiner hauling her nets A pilot vessel at anchor A vessel which has run aground
1 4592 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A proper look-out shall be maintained  __________. only at night only during restricted visibility at night and during restricted visibility at all times
1 4594 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The Rules state that certain factors are to be taken into account when determining safe  speed.  Those factors include __________. state of wind, sea, and current, and the proximity of navigational hazards maximum attainable speed of your vessel temperature aids to navigation that are available
1 4606 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A power driven vessel when towing and the length of the tow exceeds 200 meters shall exhibit during daylight hours where they can best be seen which of the following shapes? a diamond shape two cones, apexes together a black ball one cone, apex upward
1 4609 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND In determining "safe speed", all of the following must be taken into account EXCEPT the __________. maximum horsepower of your vessel presence of background lights at night draft of your vessel maneuverability of your vessel
1 4610 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are aboard the give-way vessel in a crossing situation.  What should you NOT do in obeying the Rules? Cross ahead of the stand-on vessel Make a large course change to starboard Slow your vessel Back your vessel
1 4617 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel proceeding along a narrow channel shall __________. avoid crossing the channel at right angles not overtake any vessels within the channel keep as near as safe and practicable to the limit of the channel on her starboard side when nearing a bend in the channel, sound a long blast of the whistle
1 4619 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which vessel is NOT to impede the passage of a vessel which can only navigate safely within a narrow channel? Any vessel less than 20 meters in length Any sailing vessel A vessel engaged in fishing All of the above
1 4621 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The steering and sailing rules  for vessels in restricted visibility apply to vessels __________. in sight of one another in fog navigating in or near an area of restricted visibility only if they are showing special purpose lights only if they have operational radar
1 4622 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The Navigation Rules state that a vessel shall be operated at a safe speed at all times so  that she can be stopped within __________. the distance of visibility 1/2 the distance of visibility a distance appropriate to the existing circumstances and conditions the distance that it would require for the propeller to go  from full ahead to full astern
1 4625 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND What must be TRUE in order for a stand-on vessel to take action to avoid collision by her maneuver alone? She must be in sight of the give-way vessel. There must be risk of collision. She must determine that the give-way vessel is not taking appropriate action. All of the above
1 4630 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND  You hear the fog signal of another vessel forward of your beam.  Risk of collision may exist. You MUST __________. reduce speed to bare steerageway stop your engines begin a radar plot All of the above
1 4636 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel sailing shall keep out of the way of all of the following vessels except a vessel  __________. not under command engaged on pilotage duty restricted in her ability to maneuver engaged in fishing
1 4638 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A power-driven vessel is underway and fishing with trolling lines.  This vessel __________. must keep out of the way of sailing vessels must sound a one prolonged, two short blasts signal in restricted visibility is the stand-on vessel when overtaking power-driven vessels All of the above
1 4651 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which vessel is the stand-on vessel when two vessels crossing in fog are NOT in sight of one another? The vessel which has the other on her own starboard side The vessel which has the other on her own port side The one which hears the other's fog signal first Neither vessel is the stand-on vessel.
1 4654 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel engaged in fishing shall keep out of the way of a vessel __________. under sail restricted in her ability to maneuver crossing a channel All of the above
1 4662 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Vessel "A" (towing) and vessel  "B" are meeting as shown.  In this situation, which statement is TRUE? Both vessels should alter course to starboard and pass port to port. Both vessels should alter course to port and pass starboard to starboard. Vessel "A" should hold course while vessel "B" alters course to starboard. Vessel "A" is the stand-on in this situation.
1 4663 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which statement is TRUE regarding equipment for bell & gong signals? A vessel of less than 12 meters in length need not have any sound signaling equipment. Manual sounding of the signals must always be possible. Any vessel over 12 meters in length must be provided with a gong. Signals must be able to be sounded manually and automatically.
1 4664 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are approaching a narrow channel.  You see a vessel that can only be navigated safely within the channel.  You MUST __________. hold your course and speed sound the danger signal not cross the channel if you might impede the other vessel initiate an exchange of passing signals
1 4665 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND What is the minimum sound signaling equipment required aboard a vessel 10 meters in length? Any means of making an efficient sound signal A bell only A whistle only A bell and a whistle
1 4666 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which vessel must have a gong,  or other equipment which will make the sound of a gong? A sailing vessel Any vessel over 50 meters A power driven vessel over 75 meters Any vessel over 100 meters
1 4667 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND While underway and in sight of  another vessel, less than one half mile away, you put your engines on astern propulsion.  Which statement concerning whistle signals is TRUE? You need not sound any whistle signals. You must sound one blast if backing to starboard. You must sound whistle signals only if the vessels are meeting. You must sound three short blasts on the whistle.
1 4668 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Two power-driven vessels are crossing as shown.  Vessel "A" sounds three short blasts on the whistle.  This signal means that vessel "A" __________. intends to hold course and speed is uncertain about the actions of "B" proposes to cross ahead of the other vessel is backing engines
1 4670 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND What determines if a vessel is "restricted in her ability to maneuver"? Whether or not all of the vessel's control equipment is in  working order The vessel's draft in relation to the available depth of water Whether the nature of the vessel's work limits maneuverability required by the Rules Whether or not the vessel is the give-way vessel in a meeting situation
1 4672 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which statement is TRUE concerning the danger signal? Only the stand-on vessel can sound the danger signal. Radio transmissions may be used in place of the danger signal. A vessel in doubt as to the other vessel's intentions must sound the danger signal. The danger signal consists of 5 or more prolonged blasts of the whistle.
1 4673 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which vessel may sound the danger signal? Either vessel in a meeting situation The give-way vessel in a crossing situation A vessel at anchor All of the above
1 4674 A BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND  You are on watch in fog.  Which vessel is "in sight"? A vessel that you can see from the bridge A radar target of which you have determined the course and  speed A vessel from which you can hear the fog signal All of the above
1 4675 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND In a meeting situation, which vessel may sound the danger signal? Stand-on vessel Give-way vessel Either vessel Neither vessel
1 4676 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are underway in a narrow channel and are being overtaken by a vessel astern.  The overtaking vessel sounds a signal indicating her intention  to pass you on your starboard side.  If such an action appears dangerous, you should sound __________. one prolonged followed by one short blast one prolonged, one short, one prolonged, and one short blast in that order five short and rapid blasts three short and rapid blasts
1 4680 C BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND  Day-shapes must be displayed __________. between sunset and sunrise only between 8 AM and 4 PM during daylight hours in any visibility during daylight hours in unrestricted visibility only
1 4832 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel is "in sight" of another vessel when she __________. can be observed by radar has determined that risk of collision exists is sounding a fog signal which can be heard on the other vessel can be observed visually from the other vessel
1 4848 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The Rules state that certain factors are to be taken into account when determining safe speed.  One of the factors is the __________. radio communications that are available maximum speed of your vessel temperature current
1 4849 D BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND "safe speed" is defined as that speed where __________. you can stop within your visibility range the vessel is not subject to vibrations you are traveling slower than surrounding vessels you can take proper and effective action to avoid collision
1 4855 B BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND  Under the Rules, any vessel may slacken her speed, stop, or reverse her engines to  __________. create a crossing situation allow more time to assess the situation attract the attention of another vessel All of the above