You are approaching another vessel and see that she has the signal flag "J" hoisted. What should you do?

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Keep well clear of the vessel because she is on fire and has dangerous cargo on board or she is leaking dangerous cargo.

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Attempt to call the vessel on VHF radiotelephone because she is requesting to communicate.

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Proceed on present course and speed since the vessel is requesting a tug.

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Approach the vessel with caution because she is dragging her anchor.

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