General Navigation USCG Question #438 (Set 14)

The agonic line on an isomagnetic chart indicates the __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — points where there is no variation

According to Bowditch, the agonic line is the specific isogonic line connecting geographic points where magnetic variation is zero degrees. Along this line, the magnetic compass points true north without any easterly or westerly offset, serving as a critical reference for navigators.

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