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En un canal angosto:In a narrow channel:
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Correct answer: d) If circumstances allow, vessels will avoid anchoring in the channel
Why it is correct
Rule 9 says to avoid anchoring in a narrow channel.
Why the others are not
- a) You keep near the starboard limit.
- b) The rule does not say that.
- c) You may overtake, using the Rule 34 signals.
How to work it out in the exam
- Channel: keep right, do not impede, do not anchor.
Where this question comes from
- Junta de Andalucía · 2024 · 3ª convocatoria · PER Modelo A · question 23 Official paper · Official answer key
- Junta de Andalucía · 2024 · 3ª convocatoria · PER Modelo B · question 23 Official paper · Official answer key
Regulations
- IMO: Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (COLREGs) · Rule 9
- RIPA, consolidated text (BOE) · Rule 9
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