Question 4 GLI04 - Mate of LT 500-1600 GRT

The Correct Answer is B **Explanation for Option B (Vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver):** Option B is correct because the definition of a Vessel Restricted in Her Ability to Maneuver (RAM) in Rule 3(g) of the COLREGs specifically states that the vessel "is, from the nature of her work, **unable to keep out of the way of another vessel**." This inability is the defining characteristic that places the RAM vessel near the top of the Rule 18 hierarchy (Responsibilities between Vessels), granting it right-of-way over most other types of vessels, including vessels engaged in fishing, sailing vessels, and power-driven vessels. **Explanation for Incorrect Options:** **A) Vessel towing:** A vessel towing is generally a Power-Driven Vessel (PDV) and must keep out of the way of vessels not under command (NUC), RAM vessels, and vessels engaged in fishing. While its maneuverability may be hindered, the Rules do not define it as inherently unable to keep out of the way of all other vessels. **C) Vessel engaged in fishing:** A vessel engaged in fishing must keep out of the way of NUC vessels and RAM vessels. Therefore, it is defined as *able* to maneuver to keep out of the way of these vessels' superiors in the hierarchy. **D) Sailing vessel:** A sailing vessel is required to keep out of the way of NUC vessels, RAM vessels, and vessels engaged in fishing. A sailing vessel is defined as *able* to maneuver to keep out of the way of these priority vessels.