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Cuando todos los equipos eléctricos a bordo tienen una toma de masa, ¿cuál es el principal riesgo a tener en cuenta tras una tormenta eléctrica?When all electrical equipment on board is earthed, what is the main risk to consider after a lightning storm?
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Correct answer: d) Magnetic induction on the compass.
Why it is correct
A nearby strike can magnetise parts of the boat and change compass deviation. Check it.
Why the others are not
- a) Not the risk.
- b) Does not change.
- c) Not the risk.
How to work it out in the exam
- After a storm: check the compass.
Where this question comes from
- Ministerio de Transportes (Madrid) · 2023 · Convocatoria de abril · PER Test 1 · question 8 Official paper · Official answer key
- Ministerio de Transportes (Madrid) · 2023 · Convocatoria de abril · PER Test 3 · question 9 Official paper · Official answer key
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