Navigation Problems USCG Question #1429 (Set 42)

The true course between two points is 023°T. Your gyrocompass has an error of 1°W and you make an allowance of 4° leeway for an east wind. What gyro course should be steered to make the true course good?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — 028°pgc

Under USCG National Maritime Center examination standards, the accepted correct answer is: 028°pgc.

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