Question 3 Deck General

The correct answer is B) Master should foresee any danger to the vessel on the present course. This is the correct answer because before a Master relieves a Pilot of the conn, the Master must assess the current situation and determine if the vessel is in any danger on its present course. The Master has the ultimate responsibility for the safety of the vessel, so they need to actively monitor the Pilot's performance and be prepared to take over the conn if necessary to avoid any potential hazards or risks. The other answer choices are incorrect because: A) Signing a release of liability form is not a requirement before relieving a Pilot, C) The vessel does not need to be in extremis (a state of severe distress or immediate danger) for the Master to take over, and D) The Master is not required to first request the Pilot to take corrective action before relieving them of the conn.