rule 13

According to Rule 13, when does it apply?

• To vessels in sight of one another

• In narrow channels

• In any conditions of visibility

• In restricted visibility

What does 'notwithstanding' mean in the context of Rule 13?

• In favor of

• In addition to

• In agreement with

• In spite of

What does Rule 13 state about the responsibilities of overtaking vessels?

• They must keep out of the way of the vessel being overtaken

• They have the right of way

• They must maintain their course

• They must sound a horn signal

In what situation should a vessel assume it is overtaking another?

• When it is more than 22.5 degrees abaft the other vessel's beam

• When it is more than 45 degrees abaft the other vessel's beam

• When it is directly ahead of the other vessel

• When it is within the other vessel's sector astern

What does Part D of Rule 13 state about subsequent alterations in bearing between vessels?

• It relieves the overtaking vessel of the duty to keep clear

• It makes the overtaking vessel the stand-on vessel

• It prohibits the overtaking vessel from becoming a crossing vessel

• It can change the overtaking vessel into a crossing vessel

What action should an overtaking vessel take according to Rule 13?

• Alter course to port

• Maintain course and speed

• Sound a warning signal

• Slow down and wait for the other vessel to pass

What does Rule 13 specify about overtaking vessels becoming crossing vessels?

• They must give way to the other vessel

• They have right of way in crossing situations

• They cannot become crossing vessels

• They can freely alter their course

When should a vessel assume it is overtaking another according to Part C of Rule 13?

• When it is within the other vessel's sector ahead

• When it is within the other vessel's sector to starboard

• When it is directly astern

• When it is in doubt

What should a vessel do if it is in doubt about whether it is overtaking another?

• Sound a horn signal

• Assume it is overtaking and act accordingly

• Alter course to starboard

• Maintain course and speed

What is the angle mentioned in Rule 13 to determine if a vessel is overtaking another?

• 22.5 degrees

• 180 degrees

• 90 degrees

• 45 degrees