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¿Cuál es uno de los efectos potenciales de la caída de rayos muy próximos a nuestra embarcación?What is one potential effect of lightning striking very close to our boat?

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Correct answer: c) Temporary or permanent deviation of the magnetic compass from damaged magnets

Why it is correct

A nearby strike creates a very strong magnetic field. It can upset the compass magnets and change its deviation.

Why the others are not

  • a) Not the typical effect.
  • b) It does not happen.
  • d) The opposite: it damages them.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. After lightning: check the compass.

Where this question comes from

Regulations

Try it: Decisions on board

Pending instructor review. Machine translation, not reviewed.