General Navigation USCG Question #1910 (Set 60)

What is the major advantage of a rhumb line track?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — The vessel can steam on a constant heading (disregarding wind, current, etc.).

Per Bowditch, the primary operational advantage of a rhumb line is that it crosses all meridians at a constant angle, allowing the navigator to steer a constant compass heading.

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