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En visibilidad reducida detectamos únicamente por medio del radar un buque que se aproxima con riesgo de abordaje, desde la marcación 155º estribor. En este caso:In restricted visibility we detect only by radar a vessel closing with risk of collision from 155º relative bearing to starboard. In this case:

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Correct answer: b) We must manoeuvre in good time, avoiding a turn to starboard as far as possible

Why it is correct

With a vessel abaft the beam you avoid turning towards her. She is to starboard, so avoid turning to starboard.

Why the others are not

  • a) That is for vessels forward of the beam.
  • c) Not the rule.
  • d) Out of sight, no overtaking.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Abaft the beam: do not turn towards.

Where this question comes from

Regulations

Try it: Right of way

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