IRPCS Quiz for Grade 11

What color is a port sidelight on a vessel?

• Blue

• Yellow

• Red

• Green

When two power-driven vessels are crossing, which vessel is the give-way vessel?

• The give-way vessel is the vessel which is moving faster.

• The give-way vessel is the vessel which has the other vessel on its port side.

• The give-way vessel is the vessel which has the other vessel on its starboard side.

• The give-way vessel is the vessel which is larger in size.

What sound signal does a vessel make when it is backing up?

• reverse horn

• reverse bell

• reverse siren

• backward whistle

What is the maximum speed limit for vessels in a narrow channel?

• 10 knots

• 12 knots

• 6 knots

• 8 knots

What do two short blasts on a whistle indicate?

• Continue with the current activity

• Call for help

• Proceed with caution

• Stop or cease activity

According to IRPCS, which vessel has the right of way in a head-on situation?

• Neither vessel has the right of way

• The vessel on the port side has the right of way

• The vessel on the starboard side has the right of way

• The vessel with the larger size has the right of way

What does a red over green light signal on a vessel indicate?

• Vessel is sailing under sail and is powered by its engines

• Vessel is preparing to dock

• Vessel is experiencing a mechanical failure

• Vessel is not in motion

What is the minimum number of anchor lights required for a vessel at anchor?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 1

When two vessels are approaching each other head-on, what should they do?

• Stop immediately

• Sound a long blast on the horn

• Alter course to starboard (right)

• Maintain course and speed

What is the meaning of a vessel showing a yellow towing light?

• Navigating in restricted visibility

• Fishing at night

• Towing a vessel alongside

• Towing another vessel astern