AIBE III 2012 Question 80 Answer

AIBE III 2012 Question 80

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Question 80 of 100 AIBE III 2012 Set Common

Countries A and B agree to a practice whereby no craft can enter their harbours at night time without seeking permission twenty-four hours in advance from the harbour master. Ships from all around the world abide by this rule when visiting Countries A and B for a number of years. Although it sends no ships to Countries A or B, newly created country C objects to this practice. Country D also objects, although all ships of Country D have abided by the rule over the years. Which of the following Statements most accurately reflects the likely status of this practice?

A It is an emerging rule of custom for all countries, because ships from all over the world are abiding by the practice.
B Both Country C and Country D are exempt from this rule of custom because of their consistent objection.
C Only Country C is exempt from this rule of custom because of its objection.
D Countries C and D's objections will prevent the new practice from becoming a rule of custom.
E Since this practice is only taking place in the harbours of two countries, it is not an emerging rule of custom. Official answer