Which symbol represents a 20-fathom curve?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — -..-..-..-..-
Standard bathymetric contour symbology established by hydrographic authorities utilizes specific dashed or dotted line patterns for fathom curves; the 20-fathom curve is universally represented by a single-dot dash pattern (-..-..-..-).
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