Navigation Problems USCG Question #523 (Set 15)

The predicted time that the flood begins at the entrance to Delaware Bay is 1526. You are anchored off Chestnut St. in Philadelphia. If you get underway bound for sea at 1430 and turn for 11 knots, at what point will you lose the ebb current?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — Liston Pt.

In USCG General Navigation principles (Bowditch, Light Lists, and Coast Pilots), regarding 'The predicted time that the flood begins at the entrance to Delaware Bay is 1526. You are anchored off Chestnut St. in Philadelphia. If you get underway bound for sea at 1430 and turn for 11 knots, at what point will you lose the ebb current', the verified fact is: 'Liston Pt.'.

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