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Which answer is consistent with Rule 12 — Sailing Vessels?
A
The key principle is: if the other vessel is on your starboard side, you give way.
B
Stand-on vessel initially maintains course and speed.
C
Rule 18 is about responsibilities between vessel classes, not a magic answer that replaces the rest of COLREG.
D
Port tack gives way to starboard tack.