Practice question

Under COLREGs Rule 7 (Risk of Collision), what primary observation indicates that a risk of collision exists with an approaching vessel?

  1. The compass bearing of an approaching vessel does not appreciably change as the range decreases
  2. The approaching vessel increases its speed while altering course away from you
  3. The approaching vessel sounds one prolonged blast on its horn
  4. The radar target displays an erratic speed calculation due to sea clutter

Answer: A — The compass bearing of an approaching vessel does not appreciably change as the range decreases

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