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Rules of the roadQuestion 453 of 566

Two vessels meet head-on. How does each one alter course?

  1. To port
  2. To starboard
  3. One to port and one to starboard
  4. Neither one changes course
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Correct answer: To starboard

Both vessels turn to starboard, so they pass port to port.

Source: Safe Boating Guide (TP 511E, 2026), Rules of the Road, page 63

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