What will be the velocity of the tidal current at Grant's Tomb, 123rd Street, NY, NY, at 1412 EST (ZD +5) on 22 March 1983?

Correct Answer: Option C — 1.1 knots

Entering the NOS Tidal Current Tables with the date and reference location, applying time offsets and velocity ratios yields the predicted drift. Proper zone description handling ensures accurate alignment between standard time and tabulated standard port data.