Question 731Navigation General70% to pass
Yesterday you took a time tick using the 1200 GMT broadcast, and the chronometer read 11h 59m 59s. Today at the 1200 GMT time tick the chronometer read 00h 00m 01s. What is the chronometer error?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) Fast 1 second.
The chronometer's reading at the 1200 GMT time tick on the first day was 11h 59m 59s, and on the second day it was 00h 00m 01s. This means the chronometer is reading 1 second fast compared to the 1200 GMT time signal.
The other options are incorrect because:
A) Fast 2 seconds - The chronometer is only 1 second fast, not 2 seconds.
C) Gaining 2 seconds - The chronometer is not gaining time, it is reading 1 second fast.
D) Losing 2 seconds - The chronometer is not losing time, it is reading 1 second fast.
Related Questions
#729 How many characters does the short text messaging feature of the automatic identification system (AIS) allows for? #730 Your vessel is participating in the Voluntary Observing Ship Program, you are preparing WS Form B-80 as seen in illustration D041NG below. The sky is overcast, and the anemometer indicates that the apparent wind is from 144° relative at 8 knots. You are on course 162°T at 15 knots. How should you encode group Nddff? #732 In most cases, the direction of the apparent wind lies between the bow and _______________.#733 Which theoretical minimum number of measurements from satellites does a GPS receiver need in order to provide an exact three-dimensional position? #734 Which statement describes the prevailing wind direction in mid-winter in the Gulf Coast area?