General Navigation USCG Question #1675 (Set 53)

In the horizon system of coordinates what is equivalent to the declination of the equator system?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — Altitude

According to Bowditch, the horizon system uses altitude measured above the celestial horizon, which corresponds directly to declination measured north or south of the celestial equator in the celestial equator coordinate system.

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