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The USCG bank covers deck subjects, navigation, navigation problems, rules of the road, GMDSS and other areas. Open a specific collection for focused preparation.

“USCG” contains 11,537 questions across 6 collections.

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You are on course 209° per standard magnetic compass when you take the following bearings: New Haven Light - 331.5°psc Branford Reef Light - 066.5°psc Old Field Point Light - 240.5°psc What is your position?

One correct answer

  • a. LAT 41°10.5'N, LONG 72°52.8'W✓ Correct answer
  • b. LAT 41°11.3'N, LONG 72°49.9'W
  • c. LAT 41°13.6'N, LONG 72°53.0'W
  • d. LAT 41°14.5'N, LONG 72°48.8'W
Which fire-fighting agent is most effective at removing heat?

One correct answer

  • a. Water spray✓ Correct answer
  • b. Foam
  • c. Carbon dioxide
  • d. Dry chemical
In the IALA Buoyage System, preferred-channel-to-port or preferred-channel-to-starboard buoys, when fitted with lights, will show a __________.

One correct answer

  • a. quick flashing light
  • b. long flashing light
  • c. composite group flashing (2 + 1) light✓ Correct answer
  • d. group flashing
Which daymark would you see as you approach Red Store Light (mile 269.5 AHP)?

One correct answer

  • a. Green square✓ Correct answer
  • b. Green triangle
  • c. Green diamond
  • d. Red square
What would be the height of the tide at Crisfield, MD, at 0310 DST (ZD +4) on 6 May 1983?

One correct answer

  • a. 0.1 foot
  • b. 0.5 foot✓ Correct answer
  • c. 1.1 feet
  • d. 1.6 feet

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