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37 Cards in this Set
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You are crossing a narrow channel in an 18-meter long tug when you sight a loaded tankship off your port bow coming up the channel. Which statement is CORRECT?
A) neither vessel is the stand-on vessel because the tankship is crossing B) you cannot impede the safe passage of the tankship C) The tankship is the stand-on vessel because it is in the channel. D) The tankship is the stand-on vessel because it is the larger of the two vessels. |
B
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To determine if a risk of collision exists, a vessel that is fitted with radar must use:
A) radar scanning B) radar plotting C) compass bearings D) All of the above |
D - All
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A proper lookout shall be maintained:
A) only at night B) only during restricted visibility C) at night & during restricted vis D) at all times |
D
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Which statement is true concerning a vessel equipped with operational radar?
A) The Master of the vessel must be on the bridge when radar is in use. B) The radar equipment is only required to be used in restricted visibility C) The radar excuses a vessel from the need of a lookout D) The equipment must be used to obtain early warning of risk of collision. |
D
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Every vessel should, at all times, proceed at a "safe speed". "Safe speed" is defined as the 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
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Risk of collision may exist:
A) If the compass bearing of an approaching vessel does NOT appreciably change. B) even when an appreciable bearing change is evident, particularly when approaching a vessel at close range C) if you observe both sidelights of a vessel ahead for and extended period of time D) All of the above |
D
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You are approaching a narrow channel. Another vessel in the channel can only be navigated safely in that channel. You should:
A) sound 2 prolonged blasts followed by one short blast B) not cross the channel if you might impede the other vessel. C) Sound 3 short blasts and take all way off of your vessel D) hold your course and speed if he is on your port bow. |
B
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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 must be positive and made in ample time D) All of the above |
C
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The rule regarding lookouts applies:
A) in restricted visibility B) between dusk and dawn C) in heavy traffic D) all of the above |
D
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When in sight of another vessel, any action taken to avoid collision must:
A) be accompanied by sound signals B) not result in another close quarters situation C) includes a speed change D) all of the above |
B
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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
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You are underway. You can see another vessel approaching but have not determined if a risk of collision exists. What action should be taken too allow more time to assess the situation?
A) slacken your speed or take all way off by stopping or reversing your means of propulsion B) Make small course changes until passed and clear. C) make small speed changes until passed and clear. D) All of the above |
A
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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
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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
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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 |
A
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A vessel using a traffic separation scheme shat NOT:
A) cross a traffic lane B) engage in fishing in the separation zone C) proceed in an appropriate traffic lane D) enter the separation zone |
C
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Risk of collision exists when an approaching vessel has a(n):
A) generally steady bearing and decreasing range B) generally steady range and increasing bearing C) increasing range and bearing D) decreasing bearing only |
A
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A vessel must proceed at a safe speed:
A) in restricted visibility B) in congested waters C) during darkness D) at all times |
D
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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 the other vehicle D) all of the above |
B
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Which vessel shall avoid impeding the safe passage of a vessel constrained by her draft?
A) a vessel not under command B) a fishing vessel C) a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver D) all of the above |
B
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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
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To determine if risk of collision exists, a vessel that is fitted with radar must use:
A) radar scanning B) radar plotting C) compass bearing D) all of the above |
D
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When navigating in thick fog with the radar on, you should:
A) station the lookout in the wheelhouse to keep a continuous watch on the radar B) secure the sounding of fog signals until a vessel closes within five miles C) station a lookout as low down and far forward as possible D) keep the radar on the shortest available range for early detection of approaching vessels |
C
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In determining "safe speed", all of the following must be taken into account EXCEPT the:
A) maximum horsepower of your vessel B) presence of background lights at night C) draft of your vessel D) maneuverability of your vessel |
A
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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 and safe as practical 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
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"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
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Which factor is listed in The Rules as one which must be taken into account when determining safe speed?
A) construction of the vessel B) maneuverability of the vessel C) experience of vessel personnel D) all of the above |
B
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In complying with The Rules, of what must the mariner take due regard?
A) limited backing power of his vessel B) radar information about nearby vessels C) occupation of the other vessel, if known D) all of the above |
D
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Which vessel is directed not to impede the passage of a vessel which can only navigate within a narrow channel?
A) a vessel less than 20 meters in length B) a vessel not under command C) a vessel engaged in surveying D) all of the above |
A
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Which vessel shall NOT impede the passage of a vessel which can safely navigate only within a narrow channel or fairway?
A) a vessel dredging B) a sailing vessel C) a vessel servicing an aid to navigation D) all of the above |
B
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The Rules state that risk of collision shall be deemed to exist:
A) whenever 2 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
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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
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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
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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
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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 their 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
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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
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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
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