In illustration D051NG below, why was the position labeled "D" plotted?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — a dead reckoning position is plotted for each course change
According to standard plotting procedures, a dead reckoning position must be plotted every time a vessel alters its course, marking the exact time and location where the new heading was established before applying set and drift.
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