Rules of the Road Flashcards
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
A.
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
D.
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
B.
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
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?
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
C.
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
B.
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 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
B.
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
C.
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
B.
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
A.
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
A.
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.
C.
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
D.
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.
D.
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
C.
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 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
B.
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
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 emergency or to engage in fishing within the zone
D. never
A.
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
D.
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
C.
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
B.
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
C.
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
A.
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
C.
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
A.
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
B.
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
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. Th one with the wind closest astern.
C. The one to leeward.
D. The one to windward.
D.
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
A.
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
A.
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
D.
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
C.
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
A.
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
B.
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
C.
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
A.
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 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
A.
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
C.
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
C.
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
A.
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
D.
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
C.
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
C.
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.
A.
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
D.
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
B.
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
B.
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
A.
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
B.
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
B.
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.
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
B.
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
B.
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
D.
BOTH INTERNATIONAL and INLAND Which display of lights shown indicates a dredge underway and not dredging?
A. A
B. B
C. C
D. D
B.
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
B.
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
C.
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 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
B.
