Question 1139Deck Safety70% to pass
In illustration D014SA below, what does item number (8

AI Explanation
The correct answer is C.
In illustration D014SA, item number (8) corresponds to the steering compass. The steering compass is a critical navigational instrument that provides the vessel's heading, which is essential for safe navigation. The correct answer is C, as the steering compass is clearly labeled as item (8) in the illustration.
The other options are incorrect because A, B, and D do not correspond to the steering compass in the illustration.
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