USCG USCG NAV
Set 6 • Question #154 of 247
Launch Interactive Practice Room From your 1800 position you steer a course of 350°psc at a speed of 10.0 knots. At 1830, your position is LAT 41°11.7'N, LONG 71°45.8'W. What are the set and drift of the current?
A
029°T, 1.4 knot
✓ Correct Answer
B
029°T, 0.7 knots
C
209°T, 0.7 knot
D
209°T, 1.4 knots
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
Speed Over Ground (Speed Made Good) is determined by vector calculation combining vessel speed through the water with the current set and drift, resulting in: 029°T, 1.4 knot.
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