Question 1
On a 95-GRT towing vessel, who is responsible under Rule 5 for maintaining a proper lookout while you have the helm?
Correct Answer:
Every vessel at all times, using sight, hearing, and all available means
Question 2
You are aboard a 60-GRT passenger vessel and observe a closing target whose compass bearing is not changing. Under Rule 7, what must you assume?
Correct Answer:
Risk of collision exists
Question 3
On a small fishing vessel in restricted visibility, what additional factor does Rule 6 require you to consider when determining safe speed?
Correct Answer:
The state of wind, sea, current, and proximity of navigational hazards
Question 4
Two power-driven vessels are meeting head-on. Under Rule 14, each vessel shall:
Correct Answer:
Alter course to starboard so each passes on the port side of the other
Question 5
You are on a power-driven vessel and another power-driven vessel is approaching from your starboard quarter forward of your beam. Who is the give-way vessel under Rule 15?
Correct Answer:
Your vessel
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Prepare with the USCG AB Special Practice Questions - USCG Able Seafarer-Special (National AB Special) Exam practice quiz. This question bank includes 100 questions covering vessel, small, rule, towing, and power-driven. Use it to review important concepts, identify knowledge gaps, and build confidence for the related exam, course, or assessment.

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USCG AB Special Practice Questions - USCG Able Seafarer-Special (National AB Special) Exam

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