General Navigation USCG Question #1544 (Set 49)

What is the relative bearing of an object broad on the starboard quarter?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — 135°

Per standard relative bearing conventions in USCG piloting, the stern is 180 degrees, the port/starboard quarters span from 125 to 175 degrees, placing an object broad on the starboard quarter exactly at 135 degrees relative.

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