CAPTAIN'S LICENSE Flashcards
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: The International Rules of the Road apply
A. to all waters that are not inland waters
B. only to waters outside the territorial waters of the United States
C. only to waters where foreign vessels travel
D. upon the high seas and connecting waters navigable by seagoing vessels
D
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: What is a light signal authorized by the Secretary of the Navy as an additional navigational light for a ship of war?
A. Two yellow masthead lights in a vertical line for a carrier launching aircraft
B. Green masthead and yardarm lights for a vessel engaged in mine clearing operations
C. Flashing amber beacon for submarines
D. Yellow flares indicating torpedo firing exercises
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: The rules state that vessels may depart from the requirements of the Rules when
A. there are no other vessels around
B. operating in a narrow channel
C. the Master enters it in the ship’s log
D. necessary to avoid immediate danger
D
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: Which situation would be a "special circumstance" under the Rules? A. Vessel at anchor B. More than two vessels meeting C. Speed in fog D. Two vessels crossing
B
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: the word "vessel" in the Rules includes A. sailing ships B. nondisplacement craft C. seaplanes D. all of the above
D
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: A vessel is being propelled both by sail and by engines. Under the Rules, the vessel is A. a "special circumstance" vessel B. not covered under any category C. a sail vessel D. a power-driven vessel
D
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: Which craft is a “power-driven vessel” under the Rules of the Road?
A. An auxiliary sailing vessel, using her engine
B. A canoe propelled by a small outboard motor
C. A trawler on her way to the fishing grounds
D. all of the above
D
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: According to the Navigation Rules, all of the following are engaged in fishing EXCEPT a vessel A. trawling B. trolling C. using a dredge net D. setting nets
B
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: Which statement is TRUE concerning a “vessel engaged in fishing”?
A. the vessel may be using nets, lines, or trawls
B. the vessel may be trolling?
C. the vessels shows 2 lights in a vertical line, white over read
D. the vessel sounds the same fog signal as a vessel underway, making no way
A
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: The Navigation Rules define a “vessel not under command” as a vessel which
A. from the nature of her work, is unable to keep out of the way of another vessel
B. through some exceptional circumstance, is unable to maneuver as required by the rules
C. by taking action contrary to the rules has created a special circumstance situation
D. is moored, aground, or anchored in a fairway
B
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: A vessel “restricted in her ability to maneuver” is one which
A. from the nature of her work, is unable to maneuver as required by the rules
B. through some exceptional circumstance, is unable to maneuver as required by the rules
C. due to adverse weather conditions, is unable to maneuver as required by the rules
D. has lost steering and is unable to maneuver
A
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: Which vessel is “underway” under the Rules of the Road?
A. A vessel at anchor with the engine running
B. A vessel with a line led to a tree onshore
C. A vessel drifting with the engine off
D. A vessel aground
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: Which vessel is “underway” according to the Rules?
A. A vessel made fast to a single point mooring buoy
B. A pure seiner hauling her nets
C. A pilot vessel at anchor
D. A vessel which has run aground
B
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: A vessel “in sight” of another vessel when she
A. can be observed by radar
B. has determined that risk of collision exists
C. is sounding a fog signal that can be heard on the other vessel
D. can be observed visually from the other vessel
D
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: The term “restricted visibility,” when used in the Rules, refers to
A. situations where you can see vessels on radar that you cannot see visually
B. visibility of less than half a mile
C. any condition where visibility is restricted
D. visibility where you cannot see shore
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: “Safe speed” is defined as that speed where
A. you can stop within your visibility range
B. you can take proper and effective action to avoid collision
C. you are traveling slower than surrounding vessels
D. no wake comes from your vessel
B
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: The Rules state that certain factors are to be taken into account when determining safe speed. Those factors include
A. state of wind, sea, and current, and the proximity of navigational hazards
B. maximum attainable speed of your vessel
C. temperature
D. aids to navigation that are available
A
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: You are approaching another vessel and are not sure whether danger of collision exists. You must assume A. there is risk of collision B. you are the give way vessel C. the other vessel is also in doubt D. All of the above are correct
A
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
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
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
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
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
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: In narrow channels, vessels of less than what length shall not impede the safe passage of vessels that can navigate only inside that channel? A. 20 meters B. 50 meters C. 65 meters D. 100 meters
A
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
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
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
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
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: A vessel using a traffic separation scheme shall NOT
A. cross a traffic lane
B. engage in fishing in the separation zone
C. proceed in an inappropriate traffic lane
D. enter the separation zone
C
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
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: If two sailing vessels are running free with the wind on the same side, which one must keep clear of the other?
A. The one with the wind closest abeam
B. The one to windward
C. The one to leeward
D. The one that sounds the first whistle signal
B
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: If a sailing vessel with the wind on the port side sees a sailing vessel to the windward and cannot tell whether the other vessel has the wind on the port or starboard, she shall
A. hold course and speed
B. sound the danger signal
C. keep out of the way of the other vessel
D. turn to port and come into the wind
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: Power-driven vessels must keep out of the way of sailing vessels except
A. in a crossing situation
B. when they are making more speed than the power-driven vessel
C. when the sailing vessel is overtaking
D. on the Inland Waters of the United States
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: A vessel is overtaking when she approaches another from more than how many degrees abaft the beam? A. 0.0° B. 11.25° C. 22.5° D. 45.0°
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: A vessel is overtaking when she can see which light(s) of a vessel ahead?
A. Only the stern light of the vessel
B. One sidelight and a masthead light of the vessel
C. Only a sidelight of the vessel
D. The masthead lights of the vessel
A
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: The Rules state that a vessel overtaking another vessel is relieved of her duty to keep clear when
A. she is forward of the other vessel’s beam
B. the overtaking situation becomes a crossing situation
C. she is past and clear of the other vessel
D. the other vessel is no longer in sight
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: Two vessels are approaching each other near head on. What action should be taken to avoid collision?
A. The first vessel to sight the other should give way
B. The vessel making the slower speed should give way
C. Both vessels should alter course to starboard
D. Both vessels should alter course to port
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: When do the Rules require both vessels to change course?
A. Any time the danger signal is sounded
B. When two power-driven vessels are crossing, and it is apparent to the stand-on vessel that the give-way vessel is not taking appropriate action
C. When two power-driven vessels are meeting head-on
D. All of the above
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: Rule 14 describes the action to be taken meeting head-on. Which of the following conditions must exist in order for this rule to apply?
A. Both vessels must be power-driven
B. They must be meeting on reciprocal or nearly reciprocal courses
C. The situation must involve risk of collision
D. All of the above
D
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: When two power-driven vessels are crossing, the vessel that has the other to starboard must keep out of the way if
A. she is the faster vessel
B. the situation involves risk of collision
C. the vessels will pass within half a mile of each other
D. whistle signals have been sounded
B
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: Underway at night, you see the red sidelight of a vessel well off your port bow. Which statement is TRUE?
A. You are required to alter course to the right.
B. You must stop engines.
C. You are on a collision course with the other vessel.
D. You may maintain course and speed.
D
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: In order for a stand-on vessel to take action in a situation, she must determine that the other vessel
A. is restricted in her ability to maneuver
B. has sounded the danger signal
C. is not taking appropriate action
D. has not changed course since risk of collision was determined
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND 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
A. take avoiding action immediately upon determining that risk of collision exists
B. immediately sound the danger signal
C. take avoiding action only after providing the give-way vessel time to take action, and determining that her action is not appropriate
D. hold course and speed until the point of extremes, and then sound the danger signal, taking whatever action will best avert collision
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: A power-driven vessel is underway and fishing with trolling lines. This vessel
A. must keep out of the way of sailing vessels
B. must sound a one prolonged, two short blasts signal in restricted visibility
C. is the stand-on vessel when overtaking power-driven vessels
D. All of the above
A
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: A vessel underway and fishing shall keep out of the way of a A. power-driven vessel underway B. vessel not under command C. vessel sailing D. vessel engaged on pilotage duty
B
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: When navigating in restricted visibility, a power-driven vessel shall
A. stop her engines when hearing a fog signal forward of her beam, even if risk of collision does not exist
B. have her engines ready for immediate maneuver
C. when making way, sound one prolonged blast at intervals of not more than one minute
D. operate at a speed to be able to stop in the distance of her visibility
B
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: The steering and sailing rules for vessels in restricted visibility apply to vessels
A. in sight of one another in fog
B. navigating in or near an area of restricted visibility
C. only if they are showing special purpose lights
D. only if they have operational radar
B
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: In fog, you observe your radar and determine that risk of collision exists with a vessel that is 2 miles off your port bow. You should
A. stop your engines
B. sound the danger signal at two-minute intervals
C. hold course and speed until the other vessel is sighted
D. take avoiding action as soon as possible
D
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: In restricted visibility, a vessel that 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
A. sound the danger signal
B. when taking action, make only course changes
C. avoid altering course toward a vessel abaft the beam
D. All of the above
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: While underway in fog, you hear the fog signal of another vessel ahead. If a risk of collision exists, you must
A. slow to bare steerageway and navigate with caution
B. sound three short blasts and back your engines
C. stop your engines and navigate with caution
D. continue on your course and speed until the other vessel is sighted
A
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: Which vessel may exhibit identifying lights when not actually engaged in her occupation? A. A trawler B. A fishing vessel C. A tug D. None of the above
D
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: The lights required by the Rules must be shown
A. from sunrise to sunset in restricted visibility
B. at all times
C. ONLY from sunset to sunrise
D. whenever a lookout is posted
A
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: A white masthead light shows through an arc of how many degrees? A. 90° B. 112.5° C. 225° D. 360°
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: The stern light shall be positioned such that it will show from dead astern to how many degrees on each side of the stern of the vessel? A. 135° B. 112.5° C. 67.5° D. 22.5°
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: A towing light
A. flashes at regular intervals of 50-70 flashes per minute
B. is yellow in color
C. shows an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of not less than 180° nor more than 225°
D. All of the above
B
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: Which vessel would exhibit sidelights when underway and not making way? A. A vessel engaged in fishing B. A vessel not under command C. A vessel engaged in dredging D. A power-driven vessel
D
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: A power-driven vessel towing another vessel astern (tow less than 200 meters) shall show
A. three masthead lights in a vertical line instead of either the forward or after masthead light
B. two masthead lights in a vertical line instead of either the forward or after masthead lights
C. two towing lights in a vertical line at the stern
D. a small white light aft of the funnel
B
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: You are approaching another vessel at night. You can see both red and green sidelights and, above the level of the sidelights, three white lights in a vertical line. The vessel may be
A. not under command
B. towing a tow more than 200 meters astern
C. trawling
D. underway and dredging
B
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: A power-driven vessel, when towing astern, shall show
A. two towing lights in a vertical line
B. a towing light in a vertical line above the stern light
C. two towing lights in addition to the stern light
D. a small white light in lieu of the stern light
B
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: What lights must sailboats show when underway at night?
A. One all-round white light
B. A stern light
C. Red and green sidelights
D. Red and green sidelights and a stern light
D
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: A vessel engaged in trawling will show identification lights of A. a red light over a white light B. a white light over a red light C. a green light over a white light D. two red lights in a vertical line
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: What type of vessel of operation is indicated by a vessel displaying two cones with the apexes together? A. Sailing B. Fishing C. Minesweeping D. Dredging
B
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: A vessel, which is unable to maneuver due to some exceptional circumstance, shall exhibit
A. during the day, three balls in a vertical line
B. during the day, three shapes, the highest and lowest being balls and the middle being a diamond
C. when making way at night, two all-round red lights, sidelights, and a stern light
D. when making way at night, masthead lights, sidelights, and a stern light
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: A vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver shall
A. turn off her sidelights when not making way
B. when operating in restricted visibility, sound a whistle signal of two prolonged and one short blasts
C. show a day-shape of two diamonds in a vertical line
D. keep out of the way of a vessel engaged in fishing
A
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: Which statement is TRUE concerning a towing vessel which, due to the nature of her work, is unable to keep out of the way of another vessel?
A. By day, she shall carry a black cylinder shape.
B. By day, she shall carry two black balls in a vertical line
C. By night, she would show the same lights as a vessel not under command.
D. By day, she would show the same shapes as a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver.
D
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: By day, when it is impracticable for a small vessel engaged in diving operations to display the shapes for a vessel engaged in underwater operations, she shall display
A. three black balls in a vertical line
B. two red balls in a vertical line
C. a black cylinder
D. a rigid replica of the International Code flag “A”
D
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: A pilot vessel on pilotage duty shall show identity lights A. at any time while underway B. while at anchor C. while alongside a vessel D. All of the above
D
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: If you anchor your 25-meter vessel in a harbor, what light(s) must you show? A. One all-round white light B. Two all-round white lights C. One all-round red light D. All the deck house lights
A
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: Working lights shall be used to illuminate the decks of a vessel A. over 100 meters at anchor B. not under command C. constrained by her draft D. any of the above
A
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: An anchor ball need NOT be exhibited by an anchored vessel if she is
A. under 50 meters in length, and anchored in an anchorage
B. over 150 meters in length
C. rigged for sail
D. less than 7 meters in length, and not in or near an area where other vessels normally navigate
D
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: A "short blast" on the whistle has a duration of A. one second B. four to six seconds C. eight to twelve seconds D. twelve to fifteen seconds
A
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: Each prolonged blast on whistle signals used by a power-driven vessel in fog, whether making way or underway but not making way, is A. about one second B. two to four seconds C. four to six seconds D. eight to ten seconds
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: What is the minimum sound signaling equipment required aboard a vessel 10 meters in length?
A. Any means of making an efficient sound signal
B. A bell only
C. A whistle only
D. A bell and a whistle
A
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: The whistle signal for a vessel operating astern propulsion is A. one long blast B. one prolonged blast C. three short blasts D. four or more short blasts
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: Five or more short blasts on a vessel’s whistle indicates that she is
A. in doubt as to whether another vessel is taking sufficient action to avoid a collision
B. altering course to starboard
C. altering course to port
D. the stand-on vessel and will maintain course and speed
A
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: In a crossing situation, which vessel may sound the danger signal? A. Give-way vessel B. Stand-on vessel C. Either vessel D. Neither vessel
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: A vessel nearing a bend or an area of a channel or fairway where other vessels may be hidden by an obstruction shall A. sound the danger signal B. sound a prolonged blast C. take all way off D. post a lookout
B
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: While underway in fog, you hear a prolonged blast from another vessel. This signal indicates a
A. sailboat underway
B. vessel underway, towing
C. power-driven vessel underway, making way
D. vessel being towed
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: Fog signals, required under the Rules for vessels underway, shall be sounded
A. only on the approach of another vessel
B. only when vessels are in sight of each other
C. at intervals of not more than one minute
D. at intervals of not more than two minutes
D
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: In restricted visibility, a vessel fishing with nets shall sound at intervals of two minutes
A. one prolonged blast
B. one prolonged followed by two short blasts
C. one prolonged followed by three short blasts
D. two prolonged blasts in succession
B
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: A sailing vessel with the wind abaft the beam is navigating in fog. She should sound A. three short blasts B. one prolonged blast C. one prolonged and two short blasts D. two prolonged blasts
C
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: If your vessel is underway in fog and you hear one prolonged and three short blasts, this indicates a A. vessel not under command B. sailing vessel C. vessel in distress D. vessel being towed
D
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: In restricted visibility, a towed vessel must sound a fog signal when it is
A. the last vessel in the tow
B. the last vessel in the tow and it is carrying a crew
C. manned, regardless of its position in the tow
D. None of the above are correct
B
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: While underway in fog, you hear a rapid ringing of a bell ahead. This bell indicates a A. vessel at anchor B. vessel in distress C. sailboat underway D. vessel backing out of a berth
A
BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND: While underway in fog, you hear a short blast, a prolonged blast, and a short blast of a whistle. This signal indicates a A. vessel towing in fog B. sailboat underway in fog C. vessel being towed in fog D. vessel anchored in fog
D
INLAND ONLY: What is not contained in the Inland Navigation Rules?
A. An inconspicuous, partly submerged object
B. Lights on pipelines
C. A vessel constrained by her draft
D. An air-cushion vessel
C
INLAND ONLY: For the purposes of the Inland Navigation Rules, the term “inland waters” includes
A. the Great Lakes on the United States side of the International Boundary
B. the water surrounding any islands of the United States
C. the coastline of the United States, out to one mile offshore
D. any lakes within state boundaries
A
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
INLAND ONLY: You are operating a vessel through a narrow channel an your vessel must stay within the channel to be navigated safely. Another vessel is crossing your course from starboard to port, and you are both in doubt as to her intentions. You
A. must sound the danger signal
B. are required to back down
C. may sound the danger signal
D. should sound one short blast to show that you are holding course and speed
A
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
INLAND ONLY: A power-driven vessel crossing a river on the Great Lakes or Western Rivers must keep out of the way of a power-driven vessel A. descending the river with a tow B. ascending the river with a tow C. ascending the river without a tow D. All of the above
D
INLAND ONLY: The masthead light may be located at other than the fore and aft centerline on a power-driven vessel
A. less than 20 meters in length
B. less than 12 meters in length
C. which has separate sidelights carried on the outboard extremes of the vessel’s breadth
D. engaged in fishing
B
INLAND ONLY: If your tug is pushing a barge ahead at night and it is not a composite unit, which light(s) should show aft on your vessel? A. A white stern light B. Two red lights C. Two towing lights D. A towing light over the stern light
C
INLAND ONLY: A single vessel being towed alongside shall show
A. one all-round white light
B. sidelights and a stern light
C. only the outboard sidelight and a stern light
D. a special flashing light, sidelights, and a stern light
D
INLAND ONLY: Which indicates the presence of a partly submerged object being towed?
A. A diamond shape on the towed object
B. An all-round light at each end of the towed object
C. A searchlight beamed from the towing vessel in the direction of the tow
D. All of the above
D
INLAND ONLY: While underway and in sight of another vessel a mile ahead, you put your engines on astern propulsion. Which statement concerning whistle signals is TRUE?
A. You must sound three short blasts on the whistle.
B. You must sound one blast if backing to starboard.
C. You must sound whistle signals only if the vessels are meeting.
D. You need not sound any whistle signals
D
INLAND ONLY: Passing signals shall be sounded on inland waters by
A. all vessels upon sighting another vessel rounding a bend in the channel
B. towing vessel when meeting another towing vessel on a clear day with a 0.6 mile CPA (Closest Point of Approach)
C. a power-driven vessel when crossing less than half a mile ahead of another power-driven vessel
D. All of the above
C
INLAND ONLY: When power-driven vessels are in a crossing situation, one short blast by either vessel would mean
A. “I intend to leave you on my port side.”
B. “I intend to hold course and speed.”
C. “I intend to change course to starboard.”
D. “I request a departure from the rules.”
A
INLAND ONLY: You are proceeding up a channel in Chesapeake Bay and are meeting an outbound vessel. There is no current. You MUST
A. keep to that side of the channel which is on your vessel’s port side
B. stop your vessel, letting the outbound vessel sound the signals for meeting and passing
C. propose or answer one- or two-blast whistle signals given by the other vessel if passing within 1/2 mile
D. give the outbound vessel the right-of-way
C
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?
A. The vessel is not required to sound a fog signal.
B. The vessel shall ring a bell for 5 seconds every minute.
C. The vessel shall sound one blast of the foghorn every 2 minutes.
D. The vessel shall sound three blasts on the whistle every 2 minutes.
A
