USCG Exam PracticeChart symbols and abbreviations (Chart No. 1)
A mariner examining a US nautical chart notices that a name is printed in italic lettering. What does this convention indicate?
- A. The feature is a geographic landmark of historical significance.
- ✓ The name identifies an aid to navigation.Correct
- C. The feature has restricted access under federal regulation.
- D. The name identifies a populated place or port.
Why B is correct
On US charts, aid-to-navigation names are shown in italics, while non-aid placenames such as towns or geographic features are shown in upright lettering. This convention allows quick identification of aids, particularly under reduced lighting conditions.