General Quiz Nautical

Which letter represents 000º on the compass rose? Use your plotter and/or the compass rose of one of your training charts to check your answer.

• A

• B

• C

• H

Which letter represents 270º on the compass rose? Use your plotter and/or the compass rose of one of your training charts to check your answer.

• A

• C

• F

• H

What is magnetic variation ?

• Magnetic variation is the angle between the magnetic north and true north at a particular location.
• Magnetic variation is the speed at which the Earth's magnetic field changes.
• Magnetic variation is the distance between the north and south poles.
• Magnetic variation is the angle between the equator and the prime meridian.

What the meaning of magnetic deviation ?

• The process of creating a magnetic field
• The alignment of a magnetic compass with the Earth's magnetic field
• Error in a magnetic compass caused by the presence of iron or other magnetic materials on a ship.

• The measurement of the strength of a magnetic field

Selecting a safe overnight anchorage means considering many factors. Select factors you should consider from the list below.

• Option 1: Areas marked as "Anchoring Prohibited" do not apply to small craft and can be used

• Option 2: Good holding ground (i.e. mud and sand)

• Option 3: Room to swing when the tide turns

• Option 4: Sheltered from the present and forecast winds

What are the causes of Magnetic Deviation (Select more than one)

• Engine

• Mobile Phone

• Electricity

• Speakers

• Keys

What is the minimum length of anchor cable to use in good conditions, if the depth of water is 5m, for a motor cruiser using all chain?

• 20M

• 30M

• ALL YOU HAVE

• 10M

What is the name of the side which is directly exposed to wind ?

• Windward

• Astern

• Ahead

• Leeward

What is the name of the side which is sheltered from wind?

• leeward

• windward

• Bow

• Spreader

Which one of these symbols is "Waypoint" symbol?

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