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En relación con la influencia de una tormenta eléctrica sobre la aguja magnética, marque la opción CORRECTA:On the influence of a thunderstorm on the magnetic compass, mark the CORRECT option:

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Correct answer: a) It can cause errors in compass heading readings

Why it is correct

Lightning creates strong magnetic fields that upset the compass. After a storm it is worth checking it.

Why the others are not

  • b) The opposite.
  • c) The opposite.
  • d) It does affect it.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Storm: check the compass.

Where this question comes from

Regulations

Try it: Decisions on board

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