What statement represents the fundamental difference between an azimuthing thruster and a podded propulsor?

Correct Answer: Option D — With an azimuthing thruster the prime mover is located inside the hull, and with a podded propulsor the prime mover is located outside the hull.

Under USCG National Maritime Center examination standards, the accepted correct answer is: With an azimuthing thruster the prime mover is located inside the hull, and with a podded propulsor the prime mover is located outside the hull..