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USCG Deck General (Set 155)
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Your vessel is proceeding up a narrow channel. What is the effect on squat if you meet another vessel on a reciprocal course?
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30 MCQs #1 Your vessel is proceeding up a narrow channel. What is the effect on squat if you meet another vessel on a reciprocal course? #2 The vessel's anchor chain consists of shots of chain connected by detachable links. What is the predominant piece that holds the detachable link together? #3 What effect does bank cushion have on the hull of a vessel in shallow water? #4 Which of the following would cause an increase in a vessel's draft? #5 While transiting a channel your vessel's bow swings away from the bank. What is the term for this effect? #6 What effect does bank suction have upon the hull of a vessel in shallow water? #7 You are piloting your vessel in a narrow channel. How will the vessel react to a steep bank on your starboard side? #8 The anchor chain has one entire shot of chain painted red. What is the bitter end of this shot attached to? #9 What effect will bank suction have on a vessel? #10 What effect does lifting the shank of a Baldt Stockless anchor that is set on the bottom have? #11 While heaving in the anchor prior to entering the wildcat you observe four white links on each side of a red link. What does this indicate? #12 While heaving in the anchor prior to entering the wildcat you observe three white links on each side of a blue link. What does this indicate? #13 You are using a hammer as part of an anchor chain inspection. During the inspection you hear a flat tone when striking one of the links. What does this tone indicate? #14 What is the main function of the center stud in an anchor chain? #15 The anchor chain has one entire shot of chain painted yellow. What does this indicate on a merchant vessel? #16 The anchor chain has one entire shot painted red. What would that indicate on a merchant vessel? #17 When anchoring, what results from having the proper scope of anchor chain in line with the shank of the anchor? #18 You are proceeding in a channel, your vessel is requiring a significant amount of right rudder and your bow is still falling off to port. What can you conclude from this information? #19 Which factor has the GREATEST influence on the squat of a vessel in shallow water? #20 When maneuvering in restricted waters the effect of squat on a vessel varies proportionally to the speed. Which factor is utilized for general calculations? #21 Squat is a natural phenomena as a ship moves through a restricted channel due to what basic principle? #22 Your vessel is preparing to proceed up a river. Which of the following is true concerning the handling of the vessel in shallow water? #23 The distance a vessel moves at right angles to the original course, when a turn of 180° has been completed, is called the __________. #24 You have determined the maneuvering characteristics of your vessel by taking the radar ranges and bearings of an isolated light while making a turn. The results are shown in illustration D035DG below. What is the transfer for a turn of 60°? #25 You are conducting trials to determine the maneuvering characteristics of your vessel. While making a turn, you take ranges and bearings of an isolated light. The results are shown in illustration D034DG below. What is the transfer for a turn of 45°? #26 You are conducting trials to determine the maneuvering characteristics of your vessel. While making a turn, you take ranges and bearings of an isolated light. The results are shown in illustration D034DG below. What is the transfer for a turn of 180°? #27 You are on a course of 000°T and put the rudder right 30°. In which direction will the transfer be measured? #28 You have determined the maneuvering characteristics of your vessel by taking the radar ranges and bearings of an isolated light while making a turn. The results are shown in illustration D035DG below. What is the transfer for a turn of 180°? #29 You have determined the maneuvering characteristics of your vessel by taking the radar ranges and bearings of an isolated light while making a turn. The results are shown in illustration D035DG below. What is the transfer for a turn of 30°? #30 You are conducting trials to determine the maneuvering characteristics of your vessel. While making a turn you take the ranges and bearings of an isolated light. The results are shown in illustration D034DG below. What is the transfer for a turn of 75°?
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