General Navigation USCG Question #1591 (Set 50)

What is the relative bearing of an object broad on the port beam?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — 270°

Relative bearings are measured clockwise from 000 degrees at the vessel's bow through 360 degrees. Directly abeam to starboard is 090 degrees, dead astern is 180 degrees, and broad on the port beam is exactly 270 degrees.

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