Question 24Navigation Problems

The correct answer is D) 120°T. To arrive at this answer, we need to consider the relative positions of the vessel and the buoy, as well as the time elapsed between the initial sighting and the course change. Given: - Initial course: 106°T - Initial speed: 15.3 knots - Buoy bearing: 109°T - Radar range to buoy: 3.6 miles - Time elapsed: 3 minutes To leave the buoy abeam to port at 0.5 mile, the vessel needs to steer a course of 120°T. This course will allow the vessel to pass the buoy at the desired distance and bearing. The other options are incorrect because: A) 100°T would result in the vessel passing too close to the buoy. B) 117°T would result in the vessel passing too far from the buoy. C) 125°T would result in the vessel passing too far from the buoy.