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OUPV Rules of the Road Test A | 2025/2026 Exam | 50 Questions | Lights, Sound Signals, Stand-On Rules

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This document contains 50 fully answered and exam-aligned questions from OUPV Rules of the Road Test A, based on USCG Inland and International Navigation Rules for the 2025/2026 certification cycle. It serves as a critical test prep tool for candidates pursuing the Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV or “6-pack”) license, emphasizing vessel identification, collision avoidance, signaling, and navigation responsibilities. Key topics include: Vessel lighting requirements: sailing vessels, towing setups, anchored vessels, vessels not under command, and those restricted in maneuverability Sound signal interpretation: including whistle signals in overtaking, head-on, and crossing situations, as well as fog signals and restricted visibility protocols Day shapes and light configurations: for fishing, trawling, dredging, aground, and pilot vessels Stand-on vs. give-way rules, overtaking behavior, and how to respond to doubt signals or disagreement in maneuver intentions Understanding of vessel categories: power-driven, sailing, constrained by draft, law enforcement, and vessels under special circumstances Special rules for inland-only scenarios, such as flashing blue lights, whistle blast communication, and manned barges under tow Perfect for simulating real test conditions, this document strengthens recognition and rule-based decision-making for vessel operators in both coastal and inland waters. Ideal for: OUPV license candidates preparing for USCG credentialing Students enrolled in captain’s schools (e.g., Chapman School, Sea School, SUNY Maritime, California Maritime Academy) Charter captains, recreational boaters, and commercial marine operators Anyone taking a USCG-approved Rules of the Road exam as part of a maritime certification program This study aid is practical, rule-specific, and formatted for quick, high-impact review of one of the most tested areas on the USCG licensing exam. Keywords: OUPV rules of the road, USCG captain exam, 2025 maritime license, vessel lighting rules, overtaking signal, head-on meeting, day shapes, stand-on give-way, restricted maneuverability, fog horn signals, fishing vessel lights, inland navigation rules, whistle blast meaning, power-driven vessel, sailing vessel lights, safe water mark, anchor light, blue flashing light, pilot vessel signal

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OUPV Rules of the Road Test A 2025/2026 Exam
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1.exchange one short blast: inland only- A power-driven vessel is meeting you head-on
in a narrow channel. To comply with the steering and sailing rules, you should:
2.sidelights and a special flashing light: inland only- You are pushing a barge ahead which
is NOT part of a rigid composite unit which lights shall be displayed on the barge?
3.keep out of the way of the vessel being overtaken: both intern and inland- Any vessel
overtaking any other vessel shall
4.Trawling: both intern and inland- A vessel of less than 20 meters in length may display
two cones apex together as a day shape when she is engaged in:
5. 3 white masthead lights: both intern and inland- A vessel towing astern with a length of tow that exceeds
200meters will show what?
6. Law Enforcement Vessel: inland only- What vessel is permitted by the rules to exhibit flashing blue lights?
7.A vessel not under command: Intern only- Two red lights in a vertical line are displayed by:
8.At anchor: both intern and inland- You are heading due south and see an all-round white
light on a vessel. This vessel is
9.A no fog signal
B one short blast
C one long blast
D two long blast: inland only- A tug is towing 3 manned barges inline in fog. The first barge should sound:

10. sailing vessel: both intern and inland- A vessel is approaching you at night on
your starboard side showing red over green lights. They indicate a(n):
11. Law Enforcement vessel: inland only- At night, a vessel rapidly approaches
you from your stern displaying flashing blue lights. They indicate a:
12. Sound one prolonged blast: Both intern and inland- You are in restricted
visibility and in charge of a power-driven vessel making way. Another vessel
appears on radar half a mile distant on your port bow and closing. You must:

, 13. on pilot duty: Both intern and inland- Which vessel exhibits white over red
lights when engaged in their profession?
14. sound the doubt signal: inland only- You are meeting another vessel head on and sound one short blast
as a passing signal. The other vessel answers with two short blasts. What should be your next action?

15. red over white: both intern and inland- A fishing vessel at anchor shows what lights?
16. one all round white light: both intern and inland- You are a 20 meter power
driven vessel and intend to anchor through the night, you must show:
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