What are the quadrantal spheres used for?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — to remove deviation on the intercardinal headings
Quadrantal spheres made of soft iron are placed athwartships to create induced magnetic forces that compensate for deviation errors generated on intercardinal compass headings.
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