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72 COLREGS apply to vessels upon which waters?
- AAll vessels on the high seas and connected navigable waters✓ Correct
- BOnly vessels on the high seas beyond 12 nautical miles
- COnly vessels in international waters beyond 3 nautical miles
- DAll vessels on the high seas and in U.S. inland waters
Explanation
Rule 1(a) states the rules apply on the high seas and in all waters connected therewith navigable by seagoing vessels. This broad application covers coastal, port, and offshore waters unless a nation has established special inland rules for specific waters.
Authority: 72 COLREGS Rule 1(a)
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