At evening stars, the first stars that should be observed are those with an azimuth in what quadrant?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — Eastern
During evening twilight, navigators observe eastern stars first because the eastern sky darkens earlier as the Earth rotates eastward into the Earth's shadow, allowing stars to become visible against the fading background sky.
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