Question 91Navigation General

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If you were sailing in the North Pacific and were interested in the ice and iceberg limits, you could find this information in the _______________.

A Pilot Chart
B Coast Pilot
C Notice to Mariners
D None of the above
AI Explanation

The correct answer is A) Pilot Chart. Pilot Charts are monthly publications that provide critical navigation information for mariners, including details on ice and iceberg limits in different regions. The Pilot Charts are an essential resource for identifying the location and extent of ice hazards, which is crucial for safe navigation, especially in the North Pacific where icebergs can pose a significant threat. The other options are incorrect because: B) Coast Pilot does not contain information on ice and iceberg limits, C) Notice to Mariners is used to communicate temporary or urgent changes to navigational information, and D) there is a specific publication (Pilot Charts) that provides the required information on ice and iceberg limits.

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