🔍 Key Concepts

• Western Rivers special rule in the Inland Navigation Rules (look at the definitions for Western Rivers and the specific rule on crossing a river) • The difference between power-driven vessels and any vessel (this includes sail, tow, etc.) • Who normally has priority when a vessel is crossing the current versus running with or against the current

💭 Think About

• Ask yourself: when a vessel is crossing the river, how does the current affect its maneuverability compared to a vessel going up or down the river? • Consider whether the rule is limited only to power-driven vessels, or if it applies more broadly to all types of vessels. • Think about which vessels (ascending or descending) are more constrained by the current, and how that might influence who must keep out of the way.

✅ Before You Answer

• Verify whether the Inland Rules include a special rule for vessels crossing on Western Rivers and what it actually says. • Check if the rule text uses the words "power-driven" or just "vessel" without limitation. • Confirm whether the rule distinguishes between ascending and descending traffic, or treats both directions the same regarding crossing vessels.