Rules of the Road Flashcards by Michael Haight

INLAND ONLY For the purpose 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

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INTERNATIONAL ONLY 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

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INLAND ONLY Which term is NOT defined in the Inland Navigation Rules?

A. Towing light

B. Vessel constrained by her draft

C. In sight

D. Restricted visibility

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INLAND ONLY Which statement is true of a power-driven vessel proceeding downbound with the current, when meeting a upbound vessel on Western Rivers?

A. She shall not impede the unbound vessel

B. She shall pass on the port side of the other

C. She shall propose the manner of passage

D. All of the above

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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?

A. You must stop your vessel, since the other vessel is the stand-on

B. You must sound one short blast of the whistle and turn to starboard

C. You must sound the danger signal

D. You must stop your engines and you may sound the danger signal

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INLAND ONLY Which statement is TRUE concerning narrow channels?

A. You should keep to that side of the channel which 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

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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

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BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A vessel is “in sight“ of another vessel when _____.

A. she can be observed by radar

B. she can be observed visually from the other vessel

C. she can be plotted on radar well enough to determine her heading

D. her fog signal can be heard

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BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND The term “restricted visibility”, when used in the Rules, refers to _____.

A. situations when 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

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BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Which factor is listed in the Rules as one that must be taken into account when determining safe speed?

A. The construction of the vessel

B. The maneuverability of the vessel

C. The experience of vessel personnel

D. All of the above must be taken into account

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BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND You are approaching another vessel and are not sure wether 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

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BOTH INTERNATIONAL and 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 radar excuses a vessel from the need of a lookout

D. The safe speed of such a vessel will likely be greater than that of vessels without radar

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BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND In which situation would you consider a risk of collision to exist?

A. A vessel is one point on your starboard bow, range increasing, bearing changing slightly to the right.

B. A vessel is broad on your starboard beam, range decreasing, bearing changing rapidly to the right.

C. A vessel is two points abaft your port beam, range decreasing, bearing constant.

D. A vessel is on your starboard quarter, range increasing, bearing is constant.

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BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Which procedure(s) shall be used to determine risk of collision?

A. Watching the compass bearing of an approaching vessel.

B. Systematic observation of objects detected by radar.

C. Long-range radar scanning.

D. All of the above

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BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Which statement is TRUE concerning risk of collision?

A. The stand-on vessel must keep out of the way of the other vessel when risk of collision exists.

B. Risk of collision always exists when two vessels pass within one mile of each other.

C. Risk of collision always exists when the compass bearing of an approaching vessel changes appreciably.

D. Risk of collision may exist when the compass bearing of an approaching vessel is changing appreciably.

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BOTH INTERNATIONAL and 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 taken must be positive and made in ample time.

D. All of the above

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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

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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

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BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND When underway in a channel, you should keep to the _____.

A. middle of the channel

B. starboard side of the channel

C. port side of the channel

D. side of the channel that has the widest turns

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BOTH INTERNATIONAL and 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 _____.

A. one prolonged followed by one short blast

B. one prolonged, one short, one prolonged, and one short blast in that order

C. five short and rapid blasts

D. three short and rapid blasts

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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 emergency or to engage in fishing within the zone

D. never

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BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A vessel may enter a traffic separation zone _____.

A. in an emergency

B. to engage in fishing within the zone

C. to cross the traffic separation scheme

D. Any of the above

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BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND There are two classes of vessels that do not have to comply with the rule regarding traffic separation schemes, to the extent necessary to carry out their work. One of those is a vessel _____.

A. engaged in fishing

B. towing another

C. servicing a navigational aid

D. on pilotage duty

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BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND An authorized light to assist in the identification of submarines operating on the surface is a(n) _____.

A. blue rotation light

B. intermittent flashing amber/yellow light

C. flashing white light

D. flashing sidelight

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BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND The Rules state that vessels may depart from the requirements of the Rules when \_\_\_\_\_. A. operating in restricted visibility B. operating in a narrow channel C. necessary to avoid immediate danger D. the Master enters it in the ship’s log

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND For the purpose of the Rules, except where otherwise required, the term \_\_\_\_\_. A. “vessel” includes seaplanes B. “seaplane” includes non displacement craft C. “vessel engaged in fishing” includes a vessel fishing with trolling lines D. “vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver” includes fishing vessels

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND The term “power-driven vessel” refers to any vessel \_\_\_\_\_. A. with propelling machinery onboard wether in use or not B. making way against the current C. with propelling machinery in use D. traveling at a speed greater than that of the current

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND To be considered “engaged in fishing” according to the Rules of the Road, a vessel must be \_\_\_\_\_. A. using fishing apparatus that restricts maneuverability B. using trolling lines C. power-driven D. showing lights or shapes for a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND The navigation rules define a vessel “not under command” as a vessel that \_\_\_\_\_. 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

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A vessel “restricted in her ability to maneuver” is one that \_\_\_\_\_. 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

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. Th one with the wind closest astern. C. The one to leeward. D. The one to windward.

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Two sailing vessels are approaching each other as shown in the diagram below. Which statement is correct? A. Vessel “I” should stand on because she has the wind on her port side B. Vessel “II” should stand on because she has the wind on her starboard side C. Neither vessel is the stand-on vessel because they are meeting head-on D. Vessel “I” should stand on because she is close-hauled

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Which statement is TRUE concerning tow sailing vessels? A. 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. B. When both vessels have the wind on the same side, the vessel to leeward shall keep out of the way. C. A sail vessel with the wind abaft of the beam must keep out of the way of a vessel sailing into the wind D. None of the above

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND You are the watch officer on a power-driven vessel and notice a large sailing vessel approaching from astern. You should: A. Slow down B. Sound one short blast and change course to starboard C. Sound two short blasts and change course to port D. Hold your course and speed

INLAND ONLY You are on vessel "A" and vessel "B" desires to overtake you on the starboard side as shown in the diagram below After the vessels have exchanged one blast signals, you should: A. alter course to the left B. slow your vessel until vessel "B" has passed C. hold course and speed D. alter course to the left or right to give vessel "B" more sea room

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND In which situation do the Rules require both vessels to change course? A. Two power-driven vessels meeting head-on B. Two power-driven vessels crossing when it is apparent to the stand-on vessel that the give-way vessel is not taking appropriate action C. Two sailing vessels crossing with the wind on the same side D. All of the above

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A vessel approaching your vessel from 235° relative is in what type of situation? A. Meeting B. Overtaking C. Crossing D. Passing

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 vesel'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

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Two vessels meeting in a "head-on" situation are directed by the Rules to: A. alter course to starboard and pass port to port B. alter course to port and pass starboard to starboard C. decide on which side the passage will occur by matching whistle signals D. slow to bare steerageway

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

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and 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? A. Your vessel is obligated to stay out of the way B. The other vessel must give way, since your vessel is stopped C. You should be showing the lights or shapes for a vessel not under command D. You should be showing the lights or shapes for a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND In the diagram below, vessel "A" is underway and pushing ahead when vessel "B" is sighted off the starboard bow. Which vessel is the stand-on vessel? A. Vessel "A" is the stand-on vessel because it is to port B. Vessel "A" is the stand-on vessel because it is pushing ahead C. Vessel "B" is the stand-on vessel because it is to starboard of vessel "A" D. Neither vessel is the stand-on vessel

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND You are approaching another vessel. She is about one mile distant and is on your starboard bow. You believe she will cross ahead of you. She then sounds a whistle signal of five short blasts. You should: A. answer the signal and hold course and speed B. reduce speed slightly to make sure she will have room to pass C. make a large course change, and slow down if necessary D. wait for another whistle signal from the other vessel

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND You are aboard the give-way vessel in a crossing situation. What should you NOT do in obeying the Rules? A. Cross ahead of the stand-on vessel B. Make a large course change to starboard C. Slow your vessel D. Back your vessel

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A stand-on vessel is: A. required to give way in a crossing situation B. required to sound the first passing signal in a meeting situation C. free to maneuver in any crossing or meeting situation as it has the right-of-way D. required to maintain course and speed in a crossing situation but may take action to avoid collision

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A stand-on vessel in a crossing situation is allowed to take action when: A. on a collision course B. the vesel will pass within one mile C. it becomes apparent to her that the give-way vessel is not taking appropriate action D. the relative speed of the vessels indicated collision in less than six minutes

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND You are the stand-on vessel in a crossing situation. You may hold your course and speed until: A. the other vessel takes necessary action B. the other vessel gets to within half a mile of your vessel C. action by the give-way vessel alone will not prevent collision D. the other vessel gets to within a quarter mile of your vessel

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Which requirement must be met in order for a stand-on vessel to take action to avoid collision? A. Risk of collision must exist B. The give-way vessel must have taken action first C. The vessels must be within half a mile of each other D. There are no requirements to be met. The stand-on vessel may take action anytime.

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A power-driven vessel underway shall keep out of the way of a vessel: A. not under command B. restricted in her ability to maneuver C. engaged in fishing D. All of the above

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND You are on a power-driven vessel in 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: A. slow to less than 2 knots B. reduce to bare steerageway C. stop your engines D. initiate a radar plot

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND You are underway on vessel "A" and sight vessel "B", which is a vessel underway and fishing. Which statement is TRUE? A. Vessel "A" must keep out of the way of vessel "B" because "B" is to port B. Vessel "A" must keep out of the way of vessel "B" because "B" is fishing C. Vessel "B" must keep out of the way of vessel "A" because "A" is to starboard D. In this case, both vessels are required by the Rules to keep clear of each other

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Of the vessels listed, which must keep out of the way of all the others? A. A sailing vessel B. A vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver C. A vessel not under command D. A vessel fishing

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND The Rules state that a seaplane shall: A. not be regarded as a vessel B. in general, keep well clear of all vessels C. proceed at a slower speed than surrounding vessels D. when making way, show the lights for a vessel not under command

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND When navigating in restricted visibility, a power-driven vessel shall: A. stope 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

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

INLAND ONLY What shall be used to indicate the presence of a partially submerged object being towed? A. A black cone, apex downward B. An all-round white light at each end of the tow C. A flare-up light D. All of the above

INLAND ONLY A vessel of less than 20 meters in length at anchor at night in a "special anchorage area designated by the Secretary" \_\_\_\_\_. A. must show one white light B. need not show any lights C. must show two white lights D. need show a light only on the approach of another vessel

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A vessel may exhibit lights other than those prescribed by the Rules as long as the additional lights \_\_\_\_\_. A. do not interfere with the keeping of a proper lookout B. are not the color of either sidelight C. have a lesser range than the prescribed lights D. All of the above

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND The lights prescribed by the Rules shall be exhibited \_\_\_\_\_. A. from sunrise to sunset in restricted visibility B. at all times C. from sunrise to sunset, and at no other time D. whenever a lookout is posted

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND An all-round flashing yellow light may be exhibited by a(n) \_\_\_\_\_. A. vessel laying cable B. vessel towing a submerged object C. vessel not under command D. air cushion vessel

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND You are on a vessel heading due south and see the lights shown one point on the port bow. This vessel could be heading \_\_\_\_\_. See diagram below. A. SW B. NW C. NE D. SE

INLAND ONLY What is true of a "special flashing light"? A. It may show through an arc of 180° B. It flashes at the rate of 120 flashes per minute C. It is optional below the Baton Rouge Highway Bridge D. All of the above

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Dayshapes MUST be shown \_\_\_\_\_. A. during daylight hours B. during daylight hours except in restricted visibility C. ONLY between 8 A.M. and 4 P.M. daily D. between sunset and sunrise

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND The sternlight shall be positioned such that it will show from dead astern to how many degrees on each side of the vessel? A. 22.5° B. 67.5° C. 112.5° D. 135°

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Which vessel would exhibit sidelights when underway and not making way? A. A vessel towing astern B. A vessel trawling C. A vessel not under command D. A vessel engaged in dredging operations

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND You see a vessel displaying ONLY the lights in the diagram below. This could be a \_\_\_\_\_. A. vessel engaged in fishing at anchor B. pilot vessel on pilotage duty C. vessel engaged in launching or recovering aircraft D. power-driven vessel underway

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A towing vessel pushing a barge ahead and rigidly connected in a composite unit shall show the lights of \_\_\_\_\_. A. a vessel towing by pushing ahead B. a power-driven vessel, not towing C. a barge being pushed ahead D. either answer A or answer B

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Which display of lights shown indicates a dredge underway and not dredging? A. A B. B C. C D. D

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Which of the dayshapes shown would you show on the after end of an inconspicouous, partially submerged vessel or object being towed over 200 meters in length? See diagram below. A. A B. B C. C D. no dayshape would be shown

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A sailing vessel over 20 meters in length underway must show a \_\_\_\_\_. A. red over a green light at the masthead B. white masthead light C. combined lantern D. sternlight

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A lantern combining a vessel's navigation lights may be shown on a \_\_\_\_\_. A. 15-meter sailing vessel B. 20-meter vessel engaged in fishing and making way C. 25-meter power-driven vessel D. 25-meter pilot vessel

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A sailing vessel underway may exhibit \_\_\_\_\_. A. a red light over a green light at the masthead B. a green light over a red light at the masthead C. two white lights in a vertical line at the stern D. an all-round white light at the bow

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A vessel engaged in fishing, and at anchor, shall show \_\_\_\_\_. A. an anchor light B. sidelights and a sternlight C. three lights in a vertical line, the highest and lowest being red, and the middle being white D. None of the above

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A vessel trawling will display a \_\_\_\_\_. A. red light over a white light B. green light over a white light C. yellow light over a red light D. white light over a green light

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A 60-meter vessel that is trawling is required to show how many white masthead lights at night? A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4

A. 1

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A vessel not under command, underway, but not making way, would show \_\_\_\_\_. A. two all-round red lightd in a vertical line B. sidelights C. a sternlight D. All of the above

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A vessel will NOT show sidelights when \_\_\_\_\_. A. underway but not making way B. making way, not under command C. not under command, not making way D. trolling underway

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A vessel servicing a pipeline during the day shall display \_\_\_\_\_. A. three black shapes in a vertical line; the highest and lowest are balls, and the middle one is a diamond B. three shapes in a vertical line; the highest and lowest are red balls, and the middle one is a white diamond C. three black balls in a vertical line D. two black balls in a vertical line

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 blast C. show a dayshape of two diamonds in a vertical line D. keep out of the way of a vessel engaged in fishing

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A vessel displaying the dayshapes in the diagram below is \_\_\_\_\_. A. towing astern with a tow greater than 200 meters in length B. not under command C. dredging D. carrying dangerous cargo

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND During the day, a dredge will indicate the side on which it is safe to pass by displaying \_\_\_\_\_. A. two balls in a vertical line B. two diamonds in a vertical line C. a single black ball D, no shape is shown during the day

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Which vessel, when anchored at night, would NOT be required to show anchor lights? A. A power-driven vessel B. A vessel on pilotage duty C. A vessel dredging D. A vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND An anchored vessel on pilotage duty must show which light(s) at night? A. A sternlight only B. Anchor lights only C. A white light over a red light only D. A white light over a red light and anchor lights

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Which statement is TRUE concerning a vessel of 150 meters in length, at anchor? A. She may show an all-round white light where it can best be seen B. She must show an all-round light forward and a second such light aft C. The showing of working lights is optional D. None of the above

INTERNATIONAL ONLY To indicate that a vessel is constrained by her draft, a vessel may display, in a vertical line \_\_\_\_\_. A. three 360° red lights B. two 225° red lights C. three 360° blue lights D. two 225° blue lights

INLAND ONLY When you are overtaking another vessel and desire to pass on her left or port hand, you should sound \_\_\_\_\_. A. one short blast B. one long blast C. two short blasts D. two prolonged lansts

INLAND ONLY A flashing blue light is used to identify \_\_\_\_\_. A. law enforcement vessels B. U.S. submarines C. air-cushion vessels in the nondisplacement mode D. dredge pipelines on trestles

INLAND ONLY Your vessel is meeting another vessel head-on. To comply with the Rules, you should exchange \_\_\_\_\_. A. one short blast, alter course to the left, and pass starboard to starboard B. two short blasts, alter course to the left, and pass starboard to starboard C. one short blast, alter course to the right, and pass port to port D. two short blasts, alter course to the right, and pass port to port

INLAND ONLY Two vessels in a crossing situation have reached agreement by radiotelephone as to the intentions of the other. In this situation, whistle signals are \_\_\_\_\_. A. required B. not required, but may be sounded C. required if crossing within half a mile D. required when crossing within a mile.

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? A. Pass on the other vessel's starboard side B. Sound the danger signal C. Pass astern of the other vessel D. Hold your course and speed

INLAND ONLY While underway in a harbor you hear a vessel sound a prolonged blast. This signal indicates that this vessel \_\_\_\_\_. A. desires to overtake your vessel B. is at anchor C. is backing her engines D. is moving from a dock

INLAND ONLY Which light display would mark an opening in a pipeline where vessels could pass through? A. Three red lights in a vertical line on each side of the opening B. Two red lights in a vertical line on each side of the opening C. Three white lights in a vertical line on each side of the opening D. Two white lights in a vertical line on each side of the opening

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND While underway and pushing a barge ahead, your vessel enters a heavy rain storm. You should sound \_\_\_\_\_. A. a prolonged blast every two minutes B. two prolonged blasts every two minutes C. one prolonged and two short blasts every two minutes D. two prolonged and one short blast every two minutes

INLAND ONLY A light used to signal passing intentions must be an \_\_\_\_\_. A. alternating red and yellow light B. alternating white and yellow light C. all-round white or yellow light D. all-round white light only

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A 95-meter vessel aground sounds which fog signal? A. A rapid ringing of a bell for 5 seconds every two minutes B. A whistle signal of one short, one prolonged, and one short blast C. A prolonged blast of the whistle at intervals not to exceed one minute D. A rapid ringing of the bell for 5 seconds, preceded and followed by three separate and distinct strokes on the bell

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND You see a vessel displaying the code flag "LIMA" below whichis a red ball. The vessel is \_\_\_\_\_. A. trolling B. getting readyto receive aircraft C. aground D. in distress

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A vessel may use any sound or light signals to attract the attention of another vessel as long as \_\_\_\_\_. A. white lights are not used B. red and green lights are not used C. the vessel signals such intentions over the radiotelephone D. the signal cannot be mistaken for a signal authorized by the Rules

INLAND ONLY Two vessels are in a starboard to starboard meeting situation and will pass well clear approximately 1/4 mile apart. Which action should each vessel take? A. Sound a one blast signal and turn to starboard. B. Maintain course and sound no signal C. Sound a two blast whistle signal and maintain course D. Sound a three blast whistle signal and turn to port

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

INTERNATIONAL ONLY You are in sight of another vessel in a crossing situation, and the other vessel sounds one short blast. You are going to hold course and speed. You should. A. answer with one short blast B. answer with two short blasts C. sound the danger signal D. sound no whistle signal

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A continuous sounding of a fog signal apparatus indicates \_\_\_\_\_. A. the vessel is in distress B. the vessel has completed loading dangerous cargo C. it is safe to pass D. two prolonged blasts in succession

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

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Five or more short blasts on a vessel's whistle indicates that she is \_\_\_\_\_. A. in doubt that 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

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A tug is towing three manned barges in line in fog. The third vessel of the tow should sound \_\_\_\_\_. A. no fog signal B. one prolonged and two short blasts C. one prolonged and three short blasts D. one prolonged, one short, and one prolonged blast

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

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 an extra lookout

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Which vessel must have a gong, or other equipment that will make the sound of a gong? A. A sailing vessel B. Any vessel over 50 meters C. Any vessel over 100 meters D. A power-driven vessel over 75 meters

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Which vessel sounds the same fog signal when underway or at anchor? A. A sailing vessel B. A vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver C. A vessel constrained by her draft D. A vessel not under command

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A night, a power-driven vessel less than 12 meters in length may, instead of normal navigation lights, show sidelights and one \_\_\_\_\_. A. white light B. yellow light C. flashing whte light D. flashing yellow light

INLAND ONLY Which of the following signals may be exhibited by a vessel trawling in close proximity to other fishing vessels? A. Two white lights in a vertical line B. A red light over a white light in a vertical line C. Two fixed yellow lights in a vertical line D. All of the above

INTERNATIONAL ONLY In a crossing situation on international waters, a short blast by the give-way vessel indicates that the vessel \_\_\_\_\_. A. is holding course and speed B. is turning to starboard C. intends to pass port to port D. will keep out of the way of the stand on vessel

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Which statement is TRUE concerning two sailing vessels approaching each other? A. The vessel making the most speed is the give-way vessel B. A sailing vessel overtaking another is the give-way vessel. C. A sailing vessel seeing another to leeward on an undetermined tack shal hold her course. D. All of the above

INLAND ONLY Which is a characteristic of a "special flashing light"? A.It is required for all vessels being pushed ahead as part of a composite unit. B. It must show through an arc of not less than 180° nore more than 225° C. It must be of the same character and construction as the masthead light D. All of the above

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 in pilotage duty

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A vessel may exhibit lights other than those prescribed by the Rules as long as the additional lights \_\_\_\_\_. A. are not the same color as either sidelight B. have a lesser range of visibility than the prescribed sidelights C. do not impair the visibility or distincitive character of the prescribed lights D. All of the above

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND While you are underway, navigation lights must be displayed on your vessel \_\_\_\_\_. A. during all periods of restricted visibility B. at all times C. at night only when other vessels may be in the area D. at night only when vessels are detected on radar

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Dayshapes must be displayed \_\_\_\_\_. A. between sunset and sunrise B. only between 8 A.M. and 4 P.M C. during daylight hours in any visibility D. during daylight hours in unrestricted visibility only

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND You are on a vessel heading due north and see the lights shown one point on your port bow. This vessel could be heading \_\_\_\_\_. A. SE B. NE C. SW D. NW

B. SE

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND As defined in the Rules, a towing lightis a yellow light having the same characteristics as a(n) \_\_\_\_\_. A. masthead light B. all-round light C. sidelight D. sternlight

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND The lights illustrated in the diagram below are those of a \_\_\_\_\_. A. vessel being towed B. power-driven vessel of less than 50 meters in length C. fishing vessel at anchor D. sailboat

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Which statement is TRUE concerning a 75-meter power-driven vessel underway at night? A. She must exhibit an all-round white light at the stern B. She must exhibit forward and after masthead lights C. She must exhibit only a forward masthead light D. She may exhibit a red light

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A vessel showing a yellow light over a white light at night is a vessel \_\_\_\_\_. A. engaged in piloting B. towing astern C. engaged in fishing D. in distress

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A power-driven vessel exhibits the same lights as a \_\_\_\_\_. A. vessel towing, when not underway B. vessel towing astern C. sailing vessel D. pushing vessel and a vessel being pushed, when the are in a composite unit

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND An inconspicouous, partly submerged vessel or object being towed, where the length of tow is 100 meters, shall show \_\_\_\_\_. A. yellow lights at each end B. two red lights in a vertical line C. a black ball D. a diamond shape

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A 20-meter sailing vessel underway must exhibit a \_\_\_\_\_. A. sternlight B. combined lantern C. red light over a green light at the masthead D. All of the above

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A lantern combining thw two sidelights and sternlight may be shown on a \_\_\_\_\_. A. 10-meter sailing vessel B. 20-meter vessel engaged in fishing C. 25-meter power-driven vessel engaged in trolling D. 25-meter pilot vessel

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A sailing vessel is NOT allowed to show the all-round red over green lights on the mast if \_\_\_\_\_. A. she is showing sidelights B. her sidelights are combined and shown on the fore and aft centerline of the vessel C. she is showing a sternlight D. her sidelights and sternlight are combined in one lantern and shown on the mast

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Which vessel, when anchored at night, is not required to show anchor lights? A. A power-driven vessel B. A vessel engaged in survey operations C. A vessel engaged on pilotage duty D. A vessel engaged in fishing

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

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Which vessel must show a masthead light abaft of and higher than her identifying lights? A. A 55-meter vessel fishing B. A 55-meter vessel trawling C. A 100-meter vessel not under command D. A 20-meter vessel engaged on pilotage duty

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A power-driven vessel "not under command" at night must show which lights in a vertical line? A. Three red B. Two red C. Two white D. Three white

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND At night, a vessel shall indicate that she is restricted in her ability to maneuver by showing in a vertical line two \_\_\_\_\_. A. red lights B. red lights and two white lights C. red lights with a white light in between D. white lights with a red light in between

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A vessel transferring provisions or cargo at sea shall display during the day \_\_\_\_\_. A. two black balls in a vertical line B. three black balls in a vertical line C. three shapes in a vertical line; the highest and lowest shall be red balls and the middle a white diamond D. three black shapes in a vertical line; the highest and lowest shall be balls and the middle one a diamond

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Which lights are shown by a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver to indicate the vessel is making way? A. Masthead lights, sidelights, and sternlight B. Masthead lights and sternlight only C. Sidelights and sternlight only D. Sidelights only

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND At night, which lights are required to be shown by a dredge on the side which another vessel may pass? A. One red light B. Two red lights C. One white light D. Two green lights

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and 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 \_\_\_\_\_. A. you should pass on the port side of the dredge B. there is an obstruction on the port side of the dredge C. the dredge is not under command D. the dredge is moored

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND A rigid replica of the International Code flag "A" may be shown by a vessel \_\_\_\_\_. A. pulling submarine cable B. engaged in diving operations C. engaged in underway replenishment D. transferring explosives

BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND If you anchor your 25-meter vessel in a harbor, what light(s) must you show? A. One all-round light B. Two all-round white lights C. One all-round red light D. All the deck house lights

INTERNATIONAL ONLY A vessel constrained by her draft may display \_\_\_\_\_. A. three all-round red lights B. two 225° red lights C. three all-round blue lights D. two 225°blue lights

INTERNATIONAL ONLY Which dayshape is prescribed for a vessel constrained by her draft? A. A black daimond B. A cylinder C. A black ball D. A black cone, apex upward