Question 347 Rules of the Road

The correct answer is C) attempt to contact her on the radiotelephone to arrange for the passage. In an inland narrow channel, the Rules of the Road require that you make your intentions known to the vessel you are overtaking. Sounding whistle signals (option A) is not necessary in this situation. Proceeding to overtake without any communication (option B) could be unsafe, as the other vessel may not be aware of your intent. The proper course of action is to attempt to contact the vessel on the radiotelephone (option C) to coordinate the overtaking maneuver and ensure a safe passage. This allows for verbal communication and agreement between the two vessels before the overtaking occurs.