Sound signalsQuestion 126 of 352

You are being overtaken and agree with the other boat's plan. What do you do?

  1. Sound five short blasts
  2. Stay silent and turn away
  3. Sound one prolonged blast
  4. Sound the same signal back
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Correct answer: Sound the same signal back

You answer with a similar signal. If you doubt the plan, you give the danger signal.

Source: US Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR), 33 CFR Part 83: Inland Navigation Rules, § 83.34 Maneuvering and warning signals (Rule 34)

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