On 23 March 1983, at Kingston Point, NY, what is the earliest time after 1700 EST (ZD +5) that the predicted tide will be +2.0 feet?

Correct Answer: Option C — 1854

Reference the Kingston Point tide tables for 23 March 1983. Find the high and low water data following 1700 EST, and apply standard sinusoidal or tabular interpolation to pinpoint the exact moment the tide level reaches +2.0 feet.