
Magnetic Compass Quiz
Authored by florencio caringal
Professional Development
University
Used 4+ times

AI Actions
Add similar questions
Adjust reading levels
Convert to real-world scenario
Translate activity
More...
Content View
Student View
30 questions
Show all answers
1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main cause of induced magnetism in a ship?
The Earth's magnetic field
Structural changes in the ship
Magnetic cargo
Shipboard electronic equipment
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which magnetic corrector is located in an external tube and compensates for vertical soft iron effects?
Flinders bar
Heeling magnet
Fore-and-aft B magnet
Athwartship C magnet
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the term "degaussing" refer to in maritime navigation?
Neutralizing shipboard magnetic effects
Adjusting the compass deviation
Correcting gyro errors
Aligning compass bearings with true headings
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What should be done after completing compass adjustments on a vessel?
Energize degaussing coils and repeat the swing.
Record deviations at intercardinal points only.
Ensure deviation is eliminated entirely.
Remove all magnetic correctors.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which coefficient in compass adjustment represents the vertical magnetic component?
Parameter P
Parameter Q
Parameter R
Parameter S
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which regulation specifies the installation requirements for magnetic compasses?
SOLAS Chapter V Regulation 19
IMO Resolution MSC.86(70)
IMO Resolution A.382(X)
STCW Table A-II/2
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the process of "Compass Compensation" involve?
Correcting deviations caused by degaussing currents
Adjusting the fore-and-aft B magnets
Eliminating residual deviation
Swinging the ship for deviation analysis
Access all questions and much more by creating a free account
Create resources
Host any resource
Get auto-graded reports

Continue with Google

Continue with Email

Continue with Classlink

Continue with Clever
or continue with

Microsoft
%20(1).png)
Apple
Others
Already have an account?