USCG USCG GENNAV
Set 6 • Question #161 of 246
Launch Interactive Practice Room The apparent wind can be zero when the true wind is from __________.
A
ahead and equal to the ship's speed
B
astern and equal to the ship's speed
✓ Correct Answer
C
ahead and equal to twice the ship's speed
D
astern and equal to twice the ship's speed
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
In USCG General Navigation principles (Bowditch, Light Lists, and Coast Pilots), regarding 'The apparent wind can be zero when the true wind is from', the verified fact is: 'astern and equal to the ship's speed'.
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