USCG Exam PracticeCourse to steer to compensate for current
At minimum, how frequently must a new DR position be plotted when underway in open water?
- A. Every 30 minutes
- B. At every course change only
- ✓ At least once each hourCorrect
- D. Only at the time of each fix
Why C is correct
Bowditch Ch. 8 §801 requires a new DR position at every course change, every speed change, at the time of each fix, and at least once each hour — with greater frequency required in pilot waters.
Cited:Bowditch Ch. 8 §801