USCG USCG GENNAV
Set 7 • Question #181 of 246
Launch Interactive Practice Room Your vessel is making way through the water at a speed of 12 knots. Your vessel traveled 30 nautical miles in 2 hours 20 minutes. What current are you experiencing?
A
A following current at 2.0 knots
B
A head current of 2.0 knots
C
A following current of 0.9 knot
✓ Correct Answer
D
A head current of 0.9 knot
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
In USCG General Navigation principles (Bowditch, Light Lists, and Coast Pilots), regarding 'Your vessel is making way through the water at a speed of 12 knots. Your vessel traveled 30 nautical miles in 2 hours 20 minutes. What current are you experiencing', the verified fact is: 'A following current of 0.9 knot'.
Question Discussion & Notes
0Have a doubt, memory trick, or exam update? Share your insights with fellow mariners.
Loading mariner discussions...