General Navigation USCG Question #1673 (Set 53)

In the horizon system of coordinates what is equivalent to latitude on the Earth?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — Altitude

In the horizon system of coordinates, altitude is measured north or south of the horizon, directly corresponding to latitude, which is measured north or south of the equator on Earth.

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