You take a bearing of 142° and 259° of two objects. What bearing of a third object will give the best fix? -
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — 019°
Optimal three-object visual fixes require balanced angular separation between intersecting lines of position to prevent geometric dilution of precision. A bearing of 019 degrees creates an evenly distributed intersection pattern relative to the existing bearings of 142 and 259 degrees.
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