OUPV/Six-Pack > Module I - Rules of the Road UPDATED ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers

OUPV/Six-Pack > Module I - Rules of the
Road UPDATED ACTUAL Exam Questions
and CORRECT Answers
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND According to the Rules, a vessel pushing and a vessel
being pushed when connected in a composite unit is NOT to be regarded as a vessel "restricted in
her ability to maneuver. TRUE or FALSE? - CORRECT ANSWER - TRUE


BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The term "restricted visibility" as defined by the Rules
refers _____________________. - CORRECT ANSWER - To any condition where
visibility is restricted


BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND According to the Rules of the Road, what determines if
a vessel is "restricted in her ability to maneuver"? - CORRECT ANSWER - Whether the
nature of the vessel's work limits maneuverability required by the Rules


INTERNATIONAL ONLY The International Rules of the Road apply
_____________________________. - CORRECT ANSWER - Upon the high seas and
connecting waters navigable by seagoing vessels


BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Under the Rules, two vessels crossing would be a
"special circumstance." TRUE or FALSE? - CORRECT ANSWER - FALSE: More than
two vessels MEETING would be an example of a Special Circumstance according to the Rules.


BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The term "restricted visibility" when used by the rules,
applies to ______________. - CORRECT ANSWER - Any condition where visibility is
restricted


BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND As defined by the Rules, a vessel is "engaged in fishing"
when _______________________. - CORRECT ANSWER - She is using fishing
apparatus which restricts her maneuverability

,BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND According to the Rules of the Road, a vessel is "in sight"
of another vessel when _____________________. - CORRECT ANSWER - She can be
observed visually from the other vessel


BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND As defined by the Rules of the Road, a vessel restricted
in her ability to maneuver (RAM) is unable to keep out of the way of another vessel. TRUE or
FALSE? - CORRECT ANSWER - TRUE


BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A trawler on her way to the fishing grounds is a "power-
driven vessel" under the Rules of the Road.TRUE or FALSE? - CORRECT ANSWER -
TRUE


BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND There is a provision to depart from the Rules of the
Road, if necessary, to avoid __________________. - CORRECT ANSWER - Immediate
danger


BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel "restricted in her ability to maneuver" is one
which _________________. - CORRECT ANSWER - From the nature of her work is
unable to maneuver as required by the rules


BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel is being propelled by both sail and by engines.
Under the Rules, the vessel is ____________________. - CORRECT ANSWER -A
power-driven vessel


BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND For the purpose of the Rules the term "Vessel" includes
seaplanes. TRUE or FALSE? - CORRECT ANSWER - TRUE


BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A purse seiner hauling her nets is "underway" according
to the Rules. TRUE or FALSE? - CORRECT ANSWER - TRUE


BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND To be considered "engaged in fishing" according to the
Rules of the Road, a vessel must be ______________________. - CORRECT ANSWER -
Using fishing apparatus which restricts maneuverability. (Lines, Nets, or Trawles)

, BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND According to the Rules, what apparatus must be used to
define a "vessel engaged in fishing"? - CORRECT ANSWER - May be using nets, lines, or
trawls


BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel transferring cargo while underway is defined
by the Rules as a vessel __________________________. - CORRECT ANSWER -
Restricted in her ability to maneuver


BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND What does the word "breadth" mean? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Greatest breadth


BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND The NAVIGATION RULES define a "vessel not under
command" as a vessel which ______________________. - CORRECT ANSWER -
Through some exceptional circumstance is unable to maneuver as required by the rules


BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel may slacken her speed, stop, or reverse her
engines to ________________________. - CORRECT ANSWER - Avoid collision; allow
more time to assess the situation; or pass at a safe distance


BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND You are crossing a narrow channel in an 18-meter tug
when you sight a loaded tankship off your port bow coming up the channel. According to the
Rules you CANNOT impede the safe passage of the tankship. TRUE or FALSE? - CORRECT
ANSWER - TRUE


INTERNATIONAL ONLY Which vessel is directed by the Rules to avoid impeding the safe
passage of a vessel while operating in a narrow channel or fairway? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Fishing Vessel


BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Risk of collision exists when an approaching vessel has
a(n) ________________. - CORRECT ANSWER - Generally steady bearing and
decreasing range