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Rules of the roadQuestion 184 of 352

You near a bend where other vessels may be hidden. What must you do?

  1. Use extra caution and sound the proper signal
  2. Speed up to clear the bend
  3. Stay silent so as not to confuse others
  4. Move to the middle of the channel
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Correct answer: Use extra caution and sound the proper signal

A vessel near a bend navigates with particular alertness and caution and sounds the Rule 34(e) signal.

Source: US Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR), 33 CFR Part 83: Inland Navigation Rules, § 83.09 Narrow channels (Rule 9)

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026