Marina Exam Reviewer: Vessel "A", a power driven vessel underway, sights vessel "B" which is a vessel underway and fishing. Which statement is TRUE?

Marina Exam Reviewer

Vessel "A", a power driven vessel underway, sights vessel "B" which is a vessel underway and fishing. Which statement is TRUE? 

A. Vessel "A" must keep out of the way of vessel "B" because "B" is fishing. 
B. Vessel "A" must keep out of the way of vessel "B" because "B" is to port. 
C. Vessel "B" must keep out of the way of vessel "A" because "A" is to starboard. 
D. Both vessels are required by the Rules to keep clear of each other. 


Answer:  A. Vessel "A" must keep out of the way of vessel "B" because "B" is fishing.