Deck Navigation (Supplementary) USCG Question #1764 (Set 5)

The Local mean time of LAN is 1152. Your longitude is 73°15'E. What time would you use to enter the Nautical Almanac to determine the declination of the Sun at LAN?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — 0659

In USCG General Navigation principles (Bowditch, Light Lists, and Coast Pilots), regarding 'The Local mean time of LAN is 1152. Your longitude is 73°15'E. What time would you use to enter the Nautical Almanac to determine the declination of the Sun at LAN', the verified fact is: '0659'.

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