rule 12

According to Rule 3, what is the definition of a sailing vessel?

• A vessel under sail with no mast

• A vessel under sail with no engine

• A vessel under sail with propelling machinery in use

• A vessel under sail with no propelling machinery

In which section of the coal regs does Rule 12 fit?

• Part D section 4

• Part A section 1

• Part B section 2

• Part C section 3

When does Rule 12 apply to vessels?

• When they are stationary

• When they are out of sight of each other

• When they are in sight of each other

• When they are underwater

What action should be taken when two sailing vessels are approaching each other as per Rule 12?

• Both vessels should speed up

• Both vessels should stop immediately

• One vessel should keep out of the way of the other

• Both vessels should maintain their course

In the situation where both vessels have the wind on the same side, which vessel should keep out of the way?

• Both vessels should maintain their course

• The vessel to windward

• The vessel to leeward

• Both vessels should stop

What should a vessel do if it cannot determine with certainty whether it is a stand-on or give-way vessel?

• Assume it is the give-way vessel and keep out of the way

• Alter course to port

• Alter course to starboard

• Maintain course and speed

How is the windward side of a vessel determined according to Part B of Rule 12?

• By the side with the flag

• By the side opposite to the main mast

• By the side opposite to the largest sail

• By the side with the most crew members

In the case of a square-rigged vessel, which sail is used to determine the windward side?

• The sail closest to the bow

• The sail closest to the stern

• The largest fore-and-aft sail

• The smallest sail

What is the main purpose of Rule 12?

• To confuse sailors

• To encourage risky maneuvers

• To prevent collisions at sea

• To promote speeding among vessels

Which vessels does Rule 12 apply to?

• Only power-driven vessels

• Only fishing vessels

• Only sailing vessels

• All types of vessels