Question 27 RVR04 - Master or Mate of LT 200 GRT

The Correct Answer is A. **Explanation for A (power-driven vessel):** The question asks which vessel a sailing vessel is **NOT required** to keep out of the way of, according to the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs), specifically Rule 18 (Responsibilities between vessels). COLREG Rule 18(a) states the hierarchy of responsibility for vessels underway. A sailing vessel is generally considered superior to a power-driven vessel. Under Rule 12 (Sailing Vessels), when two sailing vessels approach one another, specific rules apply. However, in the general hierarchy established by Rule 18: 1. A power-driven vessel must keep out of the way of a sailing vessel (Rule 18(a)(ii)). Therefore, the sailing vessel is **not required** to keep out of the way of a power-driven vessel; the reverse is true. **Explanation for why other options are incorrect (B, C, and D):** * **B) vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver (RAM):** According to Rule 18(a)(iii) and 18(b)(i), a sailing vessel must keep out of the way of a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver (RAM). * **C) vessel engaged in fishing:** According to Rule 18(a)(iii) and 18(b)(ii), a sailing vessel must keep out of the way of a vessel engaged in fishing (when she is fishing). * **D) vessel not under command (NUC):** According to Rule 18(a)(iii) and 18(b)(i), a sailing vessel must keep out of the way of a vessel not under command (NUC). (NUC and RAM vessels are the most privileged vessels underway, only second to those constrained by draft, where applicable).