Basic Land Navigation with a Suunto

What is an azimuth in navigation?

• The angle between the horizon and a celestial object.

• The angle between the direction of an object and the observer's forward direction.

• The angle between magnetic north and true north.

• The angle between the observer's position and the equator.

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How does magnetic north differ from true north?

• Magnetic north is the same as true north.

• Magnetic north is the direction a compass needle points, while true north is the direction along Earth's surface towards the geographic North Pole.

• Magnetic north is always east of true north.

• Magnetic north is always west of true north.

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If you are traveling on a 40-degree azimuth, which direction are you heading?

• Northeast

• Southeast

• Northwest

• Southwest

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What is the primary tool used to measure azimuth in navigation?

• A sextant

• A GPS device

• A Suunto compass

• A map

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How do you calculate a bearing from an azimuth?

• Subtract 90 degrees from the azimuth.

• Add 90 degrees to the azimuth.

• Use the azimuth directly as the bearing.

• Convert the azimuth to radians.

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What is the significance of declination in navigation?

• It is the angle between the horizon and a celestial object.

• It is the difference between magnetic north and true north.

• It is the angle between the observer's position and the equator.

• It is the angle between the sun and the moon.

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Which of the following is a correct method to adjust for declination when navigating?

• Ignore declination and use the compass reading directly.

• Add the declination value to the compass reading if it is east.

• Subtract the declination value from the compass reading if it is east.

• Convert the declination to radians and adjust the compass reading.

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What is the first step in using a compass to navigate in the woods?

• Determine the magnetic declination.

• Set the compass to the desired azimuth.

• Hold the compass level and steady.

• Find the true north using a map.

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Why is it important to have confidence in your compass skills when navigating in the woods?

• It ensures you can always find water.

• It helps you avoid getting lost and ensures you can reach your destination safely.

• It allows you to predict the weather.

• It helps you identify different types of trees.

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What should you do if your compass reading seems incorrect?

• Ignore the reading and continue in the same direction.

• Check for nearby metal objects or electronic devices that might be affecting the compass.

• Immediately turn back and retrace your steps.

• Use the sun to determine your direction instead.

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