A power-driven vessel should yield to which types of vessels?

• A. All of the above
• B. Vessels not under command only
• C. Vessels restricted in their ability to maneuver only
• D. Engaged in fishing only

Answer: (A)

In the collision-avoidance rules, a power-driven vessel must yield to vessels that may not be able to maneuver quickly or at all due to their operation. The vessels that require you to give way are those not under command, those restricted in their ability to maneuver, and vessels engaged in fishing. Each of these can’t take timely action to avoid another vessel, so the power-driven vessel is expected to keep clear and take early action to avoid a collision. Since all three categories are situations where you must yield, the best choice is all of the above.