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Las marcaciones se cuentan:Relative bearings are counted:
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Correct answer: b) From 0 to 180 degrees to starboard (positive) and to port (negative).
Why it is correct
A relative bearing runs 0º to 180º from the bow: positive to starboard and negative to port.
Why the others are not
- a) It does not reach 360º.
- c) It reaches 180º.
- d) It leaves out starboard, which is the positive side.
How to work it out in the exam
- True bearing = true course + M, with M positive to starboard.
Where this question comes from
- Ministerio de Transportes (Madrid) · 2021 · Convocatoria de diciembre · PER Test 2 · question 39 Official paper · Official answer key
- Ministerio de Transportes (Madrid) · 2021 · Convocatoria de diciembre · PER Test 6 · question 41 Official paper · Official answer key
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