Question 4 GLI05 - Master or Mate of LT 200 GRT

The Correct Answer is B A **Vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver (RAM)** is defined in Rule 3(g) of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs) as a vessel which, from the nature of her work, is unable to keep out of the way of another vessel. This is the only vessel status among the choices that is defined explicitly by its inability to perform an avoiding maneuver. Although other vessels (like those engaged in fishing or towing) may have reduced maneuverability, a RAM vessel is fundamentally excused from the general responsibility to keep clear when performing her work, and thus is considered "unable to keep out of the way" by definition. **Why the other options are incorrect:** * **A) Vessel towing:** A vessel engaged in towing is a "Power-driven vessel when towing" (Rule 24). While her maneuverability is restricted, she is not defined as being *unable* to keep out of the way of other vessels (except perhaps NUC vessels), and generally still has responsibilities to avoid collision. * **C) Vessel engaged in fishing:** This vessel is defined by the fact that the gear restricts her maneuverability (Rule 3(d)). However, the definition does not state that she is *unable* to keep out of the way. According to the hierarchy of privilege (Rule 18), she must still keep out of the way of a vessel not under command (NUC) and a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver (RAM). * **D) Sailing vessel:** A sailing vessel is fully capable of maneuver and has the duty to keep out of the way of NUC, RAM, and fishing vessels (Rule 18). She is defined by how she is propelled, not by an inherent inability to maneuver.