Question 412 Rules of the Road

The correct answer is B) A vessel engaged in fishing while underway shall, so far as possible, keep out of the way of a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver. This is correct according to the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS). Rule 18 states that a vessel "engaged in fishing" shall, as far as possible, keep out of the way of a vessel "restricted in her ability to maneuver." This means that fishing vessels must take action to avoid colliding with vessels that are constrained in their ability to change course or speed, such as vessels dredging, replenishing at sea, or engaged in underwater operations. The other options are incorrect because they do not accurately reflect the COLREGS rules regarding the responsibilities of vessels engaged in fishing and vessels restricted in their ability to maneuver.