General Navigation USCG Question #1669 (Set 52)

The line of position should be plotted as a circle around the GP of the body when the Ho exceeds what minimum value?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — 87°

When observed altitude (Ho) reaches 87° or greater, the intercept method breaks down because the circle of equal altitude has a very small radius, requiring a plotted circle around the geographic position.

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