General Navigation USCG Question #1735 (Set 54)

A ship is in longitude 54°00'W on a true course of 270°. The ship's clocks are on the proper time zone. At what longitude should the clocks be changed to maintain the proper zone time?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — 67°30'W

In USCG General Navigation principles (Bowditch, Light Lists, and Coast Pilots), regarding 'A ship is in longitude 54°00'W on a true course of 270°. The ship's clocks are on the proper time zone. At what longitude should the clocks be changed to maintain the proper zone time', the verified fact is: '67°30'W'.

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