F1 - 1410101 Determine position and accuracy of resultant fix by any means

C-2

Six dedicated monitor stations

Which of these is part of the control segment of the Global Positioning System?

20 meters

When using GPS without Selective Availability you may expect your horizontal accuracy to be better than _________.

Small circle

A parallel of latitude other than the equator is a ________.

Circle of equal altitude

A line of position from a celestial observation is a segment of a _________.

Time of local apparent noon

When the equation of time is taken from the Nautical Almanac for use in celestial navigation, it is used to determine __________.

remains aligned with compass north

As a vessel changes course to starboard, the compass card in a magnetic compass _________.

Inshore Traffic Zone

Under the provisions of Rule 10 (d), as amended of the International Regulations for Preventing Collision at Sea, 1972. What is the designated area between a landmark boundary and its navigable water through a traffic separation scheme?

Information service

What is one of the service rendered by a Vessel traffic System provider?

Index mirror and horizon glass not being parallel

Which of the four adjustable error in the sextant is the principle cause of index error?

Hard iron

Permanent magnetism is found in ________.

Inform the Master and continue the watch

What will be your possible action when you found out that your relieving officer is not capable of performing his duty due to drunkenness?

In the vicinity of the Grand Banks of Newfoundland

You are planning a passage during winter season using a weather chart. Where is the limit of the iceberg that maybe encountered in the Northern Hemisphere?

In the navigable semicircle

In a tropical cyclone in the Northern Hemisphere, a vessel hove to with the wind shifting counterclockwise would be ___________.

In high altitudes

When taking an amplitude, the Sun’s center should be observed on the visible horizon when _______.

I would approach a Traffic Separation Scheme at a small angle with the direction of traffic flow

What approach would you use in joining a Traffic Separation Scheme? It is a system of one or more routes or routeing measures aimed at reducing the risk of casualties; it includes traffic separation scheme, two way routes, recommended tracts, areas to be avoided, inshore traffic zone, roundabouts precautionary areas and deep water routes.

Section A-VII/2

What regulation in the STCW Code requires that voyage plan be prepared before the commencement of each voyage?

Polyconic

Which chart projection would be most suitable for marine surveying?

4

When using GPS, how many theoretical position lines are required for a three-dimensional fix that takes into account altitude?

anthelion

This is cause by the reflection of the sun by particles in the atmosphere producing a faintly luminous disc in the sky

Apparent wind

What is the wind speed and direction observed from a moving vessel?

Batten down and prepare for gusty winds, thunderstorm, and sudden shift of wind direction

What should you do if your weather facsimile pronostic chart indicates that you will cross the cold front of a low pressure system in a bout 24 hours?

By incorporating parallel index on the selected fixed objects along the river

How would you ensure that the required level of accuracy of position fixing is full achieved as planned while transiting narrow canals?

By keeping the vessel on the track that is planned

How would you ensure that the hazard to navigation is being avoided while transiting a traffic lane?

By referring to Buys Ballots Law

How would you estimate the bearing of the center of the storm?

By the quickest means to coastal radio station

How would you report a pollution incident to a coastline station when your vessel is at sea?

By the quickest method to coastal radio station

How would you report a pollution incident to a coastline station when your vessel is at sea?

Coast Pilot

Where can you find info about the US coast line, buoyage system, port facilities, navigation instructions, weather conditions, and possessions?

Dead in the water

You are navigating at a speed of 10 knots. At 1800H you observe a radar contact ahead. Ahead at a range of 8 miles. What is the estimated speed of the contact?

Ensure that procedures are being followed

Under COLREG RULE 19, What is the most important point to follow in case your ship navigates in restricted visibility?

Father away to the west

You are in the Northern Hemisphere and a tropical wave is located 200 miles due west of your position. Where will the wave be located 24 hours later?

Favorable currents for practically the entire crossing

Generally speaking, what kind of weather a ship steaming across the North Pacific from Japan to Seattle will likely to experience?