Student Examination Detail: Result: Wrong
Student Examination Detail: Result: Wrong
Student Examination Detail: Result: Wrong
1. You are proceeding up a channel at night. It is marked by a range which bears 185°T. You
steady up on a compass course of 180° with the range in line dead ahead This indicates that
you(r) ______________
Result : Wrong
a. Prismatic error
b. Index error
c. Side error
d. Error of collimation
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
a. Radar station
b. Radar transponder beacon
c. Radio beacon
d. Aero light
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
4. The zone time of LAN is 1152. Your longitude is 73°15'E. What time would you use to enter the
Nautical Almanac to determine the declination of the Sun at LAN?
a. 0659
b. 0652
c. 1859
d. 1852
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
5. On 6 July 1981, at 1000 zone time, you cross the 180th meridian steaming westward. What is
your local time?
a. It is 1000, 5 July
b. It is 1000, 6 July
c. It is 2200, 7 July
d. It is 1000, 7 July
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
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8. The position of the ship is found by taking a series of bearings using a magnetic compass. How
should an error of 5 degrees WEST be applied to the compass bearings?
Result : Correct
9. Which of the four adjustable errors in the sextant causes side error?
Result : Correct
Result : Correct
11. The difference between local apparent time (LAT) and local mean time (LMT) is indicated by
the
a. equation of time
b. difference of longitude between the local and central meridian in time units
c. longitude in time units
d. zone description
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
12. A sextant having an index error that is "on the arc" has a
a. positive correction
b. dip error
c. negative correction
d. semidiameter error
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
13. As a vessel changes course to starboard, the compass card in a magnetic compass
Result : Wrong
14. The position accuracy of Loran-C degrades with increasing distance from the transmitting
stations as
Result : Correct
15. What are the main components causing the magnetic compass to require a regular evaluation
and compass correction?
Result : Correct
a. 18 lanes
b. 24 lanes
c. 30 lanes
d. 72 lanes
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
17. The part of a sextant mounted directly over the pivot of the index arm is the
a. index mirror
b. horizon glass
c. micrometer drum
d. telescope
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
18. How many fixed objects are needed to plot a running fix?
a. None
b. One
c. Two
d. Three
e. I don't know
Result : Wrong
a. By taking a transit bearing with the gyro compass of two prominent fixed shore
objects and comparing it with the bearing of the same objects on the chart
b. By using any of the methods in the suggested answers
c. By comparing the course readout on the GPS with the gyro course steered
d. By taking the radar bearing of an object when the radar is on a compass stabilised mode
and comparing it with the bearing on the chart of the same object
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
20. In order to remove index error from a sextant, you should adjust the
a. index mirror to make it parallel to the horizon glass with the index set at zero
b. horizon glass to make it parallel to the index mirror with the index set at zero
c. horizon glass to make it parallel to the sextant frame
d. telescope to make it perpendicular to the sextant frame
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
21. A position obtained by crossing lines of position taken at different times and advanced to a
common time is a(n)
a. running fix
b. dead-reckoning position
c. fix
d. estimated position
e. I don't know
Result : Wrong
22. When using a radar in a unstabilized mode, fixes are determined most easily from
a. center bearings
b. tangent bearings
c. ranges
d. objects that are close aboard
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
Result : Correct
24. What are the required data inputs into most gyro compasses to reduce any possible compass
error?
Result : Correct
25. The GHA of the first point of Aries is 315° and the GHA of a planet is 150°. What is the right
ascension of the planet?
a. 7 hours
b. 11 hours
c. 19 hours
d. 23 hours
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
26. Your longitude is 179°59'W. The LMT at this longitude is 23h 56m of the 4th day of the month.
Six minutes later your position is 179°59'E longitude. Your LMT and date is now
Result : Correct
27.
At 0000 you fix your position and plot a new DR track line. At 0200 you again fix your position
and it is 0.5 mile east of your DR. Which statement is TRUE?
Result : Correct
28. Vessels required to have an Automatic Radar Plotting Aid must have a device to indicate the
Result : Correct
29. Because of the reflecting properties of a sextant, if the sextant altitude reads 60° on the limb,
the actual arc of the limb from 0° to the 60° reading is
a. 20°
b. 30°
c. 40°
d. 60°
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
30. A sextant having an index error that is "off the arc" has a
a. positive correction
b. dip error
c. negative correction
d. semidiameter error
e. I don't know
Result : Wrong
31. What can be used on the radar screen to eliminate automatic plotting in selected areas?
Result : Wrong
a. USW
b. Range discrimination.
c. Minimum range.
d. Bearing discrimination.
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
a. 1.5 degrees
b. 2.5 degrees
c. 1.0 degrees
d. 2.0 degree
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
a. on a false bearing
b. at constant range intervals
c. around the arc of a circle
d. along a curved line
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
a. Now or passed
b. Between 0-10 minutes
c. Between 11-20 minutes
d. Between 21-30 minutes
e. I don't know
Result : Wrong
Result : Correct
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a. Buoy
b. Lt vessel
c. Ramark
d. Racon
e. I don't know
Result : Wrong
39. A radar presentation feature which can often be used to advantage for position fixing is
a. Beamwidth distortion
b. Relative motion
c. An off-centred display
d. An unstabilised presentation
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
40. Which are the two most important pieces of input information required to operate the ARPA
accurately?
41. A radar target of a certain size is likely to give a stronger echo if it is made of
a. Wood.
b. Canvas.
c. Metal.
d. Fiberglass
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
42. Signals are converted to a suitable form for the display by the
a. Local oscillator
b. Mixer crystal
c. I.F. amplifier
d. Video amplifier
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
a. scanner
b. receiver
c. display
d. transmitter
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
44. What corrections must be applied to the echo sounder reading to compare the depth of water
with the depth printed on the chart?
Result : Correct
a. Multiple echoes
b. Side lobe echoes
c. Indirect echoes
d. Second trace echoes
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
46. Under Rule 19, if you get into a close quarters situation with a vessel forward of the beam in
restricted visibility, you must
Result : Correct
47. What is the rate at which two moving objects approach or separate from each other called?
a. Relative bearing
b. Relative movement
c. Relative speed
d. Relative distance
e. I don't know
Result : Wrong
a. scanner
b. cathode ray unit
c. waueguide
d. T/R cell
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
49. What indicates the true movement of the target being tracked?
a. Relative vector
b. True vector
c. Neither nor
d. Both and
e. I don't know
Result : Wrong
50. What is the correct setting of the "Anti sea clutter" control on the radar?
Result : Correct
51. The ship is navigating in dense fog where the visibility is less than one mile. The Arpa radar is
set on a range 12 miles on a course of 314 degrees and own ship has a vector as shown. What
is the vector mode selected on the Arpa?
a. True vectors
b. Relative vectors, sea stabilized
c. Relative vectors, ground stabilized
d. Relative vectors.
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
a. Local oscillator
b. Mixer crystal
c. Magnetron
d. Selwyn generate
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
53. What is used as a portable, plotting device which is clamped on top of the radar screen?
a. Plotting chart
b. Plotting sheet
c. Radar reflector
d. Reflection plotter
e. I don't know
Result : Wrong
a. antenna
b. cathode ray tube
c. agnetron
d. power supply
e. I don't know
Result : Wrong
55. What is the probable cause of an error in position of the ship obtained from the GPS system?
Result : Wrong
56. Target detection ranges are considerably reduced due to shipboard structures like the Samson
posts etc. What are such areas known as?
a. Blind sectors
b. Shadow areas
c. Blind areas
d. Shadow sectors
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
a. Target A
b. Target C
c. All equal
d. Target B
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
Result : Correct
59. In the equation d = (t x s) r2, the quantity S is
Result : Correct
60. What is used as a portable, plotting device which is clamped on top of the radar screen?
a. Reflection plotter
b. Radar reflector
c. Plotting sheet
d. Plotting chart
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
61. In worst case, how much can the difference be expected to be between local datum and
Satellite datum ?
a. Up to 100 meters
b. Up to 500 meters
c. Up to 1000 meters
d. Up to several nautical miles
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
62. With respect to failure warnings and status indications, GPS receivers should provide, at a
minimum, __________.
Result : Correct
a. Increase the safety of all ships and the protection of the environment in the vicinity
b. Provide local information to all vessels navigating in the area
c. Improve the scheduling and traffic movement in the area
d. Increase safety for ships participating in VTS
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
64. SOLAS (The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea) regulations, Chapter 5,
deals with the Safety of Navigation and applies to which vessels?
Result : Wrong
a. Yes
b. No
c. Only when used on an ECDIS
d. Only when used on a RCD
e. I don't know
Result : Wrong
66. Which of the following data layer categories is NOT displayed on ECDIS?
Result : Correct
a. Two
b. Three
c. Four
d. Five
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
68. Rigging of the Pilot Ladder and embarkation/disembarkation of a pilot should be supervised by
a. A responsible Officer
b. An experienced AB
c. The Bosun
d. The Sen.Off.Deck only
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
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70. ECDIS must be able to perform all of the following EXCEPT __________.
Result : Correct
71. ECDIS must have the capability to preserve the record of the track for the previous __________.
a. 4 hours
b. 6 hours
c. 12 hours
d. 24 hours
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
a. 0
b. 1/300
c. 1/400
d. 1/900
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
73. Which feature, when set to zero, might allow a GPS unit to have an accuracy equivalent to
Precise Positioning Service receiver capability?
a. Transit
b. Selective Availability
c. Auto-correlation
d. Anti-spoofing
e. I don't know
Result : Wrong
74. What is the most important thing to know about computerized systems?
a. Their functions
b. Their features
c. Their technical capacity
d. Their limitations
e. I don't know
Result : Wrong
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(1) the transformation of the electronic navigational chart (ENC) by ECDIS for appropriate
use,
(3) the additional data added by the mariner, is called the __________.
Result : Wrong
77. When a vessel is transiting a canal with locks and intense bridge activities over many hours,
what management issues should the Master consider?
Result : Correct
78. Before using a pre-programmed ECDIS route, what should you do?
Result : Correct
Result : Correct
80. ECDIS must give an alarm for which of the following cases?
a. When the specified limit for deviation from the planned route is exceeded
b. If the ship, within a specified time set by the watch officer, is going to cross a safety
contour
c. If the ship, within a specified time set by the watch officer, is going to cross the boundary of
a prohibited area
d. All of the above
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
81. The typical operating range of automatic identification systems (AIS) at sea is nominally
__________.
a. 2 nm
b. 8 nm
c. 20 nm
d. 40 nm
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
a. Soundings
b. Waypoints
c. Meteorological data
d. Radar targets
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
83. When own ships position input to ECDIS is wrong, what is the result?
a. Nothing
b. ECDIS will give warning
c. ECDIS will automatically be switched off
d. Positions, range and bearing taken on the ECDIS will be wrong
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
Result : Correct
85. What is the most important thing to know about computerized systems?
a. Their functions
b. Their features
c. Their technical capacity
d. Their limitations
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
86. What is the crucial aspect in executing a voyage in a safe and efficient way?
Result : Correct
87. ECDIS must have the capability to preserve the record of the voyage track for the previous
__________.
a. 4 hours
b. 6 hours
c. 12 hours
d. 24 hours
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
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89. Chart Projections are classified according to the type of projection surface used. How many
commonly used surface are there?
a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 4
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
a. Position
b. Electronic navigational chart source
c. Course made good history
d. All of the above
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
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92. On the diagram, which arrowed line is indicating the "Breadth" of the vessel?
Result : Correct
93. Which of the mooring lines shown in the figure is known as the "AFT BREAST LINE"?
Result : Correct
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95. What is the meaning of the term "Make Fast", when mooring the ship?
Result : Correct
a. A Gangway is a portable means of access between the ship and the shore
b. A Gangway is an interval of time between a change of working gangs, on board
c. A Gangway is a vertical ladder used by the pilot to board the ship
d. A Gangway is the means of access into the cargo holds
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
97. In the diagram which line would be the "AFT SPRING", if the vessel was port side alongside a
jetty?
Result : Wrong
98. On the diagram, what is the area at the forward end of the vessel shown by the letter "A"? It is
normally raised by one deck above the main deck
a. Fo'c's'le or Forecastle
b. Forward bridge
c. Poop
d. Crows nest
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
99. What is a "cargo plan", when applied to a ship?
Result : Correct
100.
What is the name of the portable walkway or access between ship and shore?
a. Gangway
b. Accommodation ladder
c. Bridgeway
d. Bulwark
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
101.
What is the output shown on the "Rate of Turn" display fitted on the bridge?
a. The Rate of Turn indicator displays the rate the ship is swinging in degrees per minute
b. The Rate of Turn display shows the turning speed the vessel is swinging in degrees
per second
c. The Rate of Turn indicator shows the rudder angle applied by the helmsman to turn the
ship.
d. The Rate of Turn indicator shows the changing angle of the vessel from the meridian
e. I don't know
Result : Wrong
102.
What is understood by the term, "The Lee Side"?
a. Lee Side is the side that faces away from the wind
b. Lee Side is the Starboard side of the vessel
c. Lee Side is the Port side of the vessel
d. Lee Side is the side that faces the wind
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
103.
What is a mooring line?
Result : Correct
104.
Which is the "CAPSTAN", in the figure?
Result : Correct
105.
What is the normal name of the waterproof suit shown in the picture?
a. Survival suit
b. Wet suit
c. Life suit
d. Fluorescent orange suit
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
106.
In the figure is shown the direction of possible mooring lines from the stern of a vessel, when
moored port side alongside a jetty. Which letter shows the direction which would be used by a
"STERN LINE"?
Result : Wrong
107.
What is the objective of the merchant navy?
Result : Wrong
108.
What is "FREEBOARD", in the figure?
Result : Correct
109.
Where is the "BRIDGE", in the figure?
Result : Correct
110.
The Second Officer, when on watch on the bridge, is often referred to as the OOW. What does
OOW actually stand for?
Result : Correct
111.
How would you alert others onboard if you saw a person falling overboard?
Result : Correct
112.
When acting as helmsman, what should be the method of responding to an order?
a. When receiving an order, the order should be repeated back to the person who
gave it before carrying out the order.
b. The response to an order should be to acknowledge that order and then carry out what you
were told to do.
c. When acting as helmsman and given a helm order you should always say "Yes sir"
d. The order needs to be acted upon and this will indicate you understood what was said
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
113.
Where is the "FORECASTLE", in the figure?
Result : Correct
114.
What is name of the machine shown, used to heave on the ropes during mooring and
unmooring?
a. Winch
b. Capstan
c. Windlass
d. Crane
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
115.
What do you understand by: Bitter end?
a. Bitter end means: the end link of an anchor cable that is secured within the chain
locker
b. Bitter end means: to the very last moment
c. Bitter end means: a foul taste at the end of a meal
d. Bitter end means: the toggled end of a lifeboat painter
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
116.
What is understood by the word "Bollard", when mooring a ship?
117.
What is meant by the term "Single up" when a vessel is preparing to leave the jetty to which it
was moored?
a. Single up is the term used to describe the process of letting go most of the
moorings lines and just leaving sufficient lines to stay safely alongside.
b. Single up is the term used when there is only one single rope left out between the ship and
the jetty, when leaving the berth
c. Single up is the term used when only one single tug is used to assist the ship in leaving the
berth.
d. Single up is the term used when a ship leaves the jetty without any assistance from tugs
and it is entirely on its own steam.
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
118.
In the diagram, which arrow is pointing at the position known as the "Bridge"?
Result : Correct
119.
Would there ever be the need for two lookouts on the Bridge watch?
Result : Correct
120.
What do you understand by: Secure the tug?
Result : Correct
121.
Which flag means ? "I am taking in, or discharging, or carrying dangerous goods."
a. Flag 4
b. Flag 3
c. Flag 2
d. Flag 1
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
122.
What is the phonetic word for this flag
a. Mike
b. Uniform
c. Whisky
d. Foxtrot
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
123.
What does this flag mean?
Result : Correct
124.
Which flag means?"' am altering my course to port."
a. Flag 2
b. Flag 1
c. Flag 4
d. Flag 3
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
125.
Which flag means? "In harbour. All persons should report on board as the vessel is about to
proceed to sea. At sea, it may be used by fishing vessels to mean: My nets have come fast upon
an obstruction."
a. Flag 4
b. Flag 1
c. Flag 3
d. Flag 2
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
126.
Which flag means ? "I am taking in, or discharging, or carrying dangerous goods."
a. Flag 4
b. Flag 3
c. Flag 2
d. Flag 1
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
127.
Which is the correct day signal for a vessel engaged in hydrographic surveying ?
a. Day signal A
b. Day signal D
c. Day signal B
d. Day signal C
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
128.
What is the phonetic word for this flag
a. Quebec
b. Oscar
c. India
d. Victor
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
129.
Which flag means ? "I am on fire and have dangerous cargo on board, keep well clear of me?'
a. Flag 2
b. Flag 3
c. Flag 4
d. Flag 1
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
130.
Which flag means ? "Keep clear of me, I am engaged in pair trawling."
a. Flag 4
b. Flag 2
c. Flag 3
d. Flag 1
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
131.
Which flag group means "The words which follow are in plain language ?
a. A
b. D
c. B
d. C
e. I don't know
Result : Wrong
132.
Which flag means ?" You should stop your vessel instantly."
a. Flag 4
b. Flag 1
c. Flag 3
d. Flag 2
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
133.
Which flag group means Interrogative or the significance of the previous group should be read
as a question" ?
a. D
b. A
c. B
d. C
e. I don't know
Result : Wrong
134.
Which flag group means "I am in distress and require immediate assistance ?
a. D
b. B
c. C
d. A
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
135.
Visual signals are used by aircraft engaged in search and rescue operations to directships
towards a casualty. The signals shown here are part of a sequence. What does it indicate?
Result : Wrong
136.
Which flag group means "Vessel indicated is reported as requiring assistance in lat..long..(or
bearing. from lace indicated, distance..)." ?
a. A
b. D
c. C
d. B
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
137.
Which flag means ? "My vessel is 'healthy-and I request free pratique."
a. Flag 3
b. Flag 4
c. Flag 2
d. Flag 1
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
138.
Which flag group means "I am calibrating radio direction finder or adjusting compasses" ?
a. A
b. C
c. D
d. B
e. I don't know
Result : Wrong
139.
Which flag means ? "Stop carrying out your intentions and watch for my signals."
a. Flag 1
b. Flag 4
c. Flag 2
d. Flag 3
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
140.
Which flag group means "Look-out for a rocket-line" ?
a. A
b. D
c. B
d. C
e. I don't know
Result : Wrong
141.
What is the phonetic word for this flag
a. Romeo
b. Zulu
c. Tango
d. Xray
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
142.
Which flag means ? "I require a tug. When made by fishing vessels operating in close proximity
on the fishing grounds, it means: am shooting my nets."
a. Flag 4
b. Flag 1
c. Flag 2
d. Flag 3
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
143.
What is the phonetic word for this flag ?
a. Echo
b. Oscar
c. Yankee
d. Foxtrot
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
144.
Which flag means ? "I require assistance."
a. Flag 3
b. Flag 2
c. Flag 4
d. Flag 1
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
145.
Which flag group means Have you a doctor " ?
a. C
b. B
c. A
d. D
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
146.
Which flag means? "I require a medical assistance."
a. Flag 3
b. Flag 4
c. Flag 2
d. Flag 1
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
147.
Which flag means ? "Stop carrying out your intentions and watch for my signals."
a. Flag 1
b. Flag 4
c. Flag 2
d. Flag 3
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
148.
Which flag means? "My vessel is stopped and making no way through the water."
a. Flag 3
b. Flag 2
c. Flag 4
d. Flag 1
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
149.
Which flag means ? "Keep clear of me, I am engaged in pair trawling."
a. Flag 4
b. Flag 2
c. Flag 3
d. Flag 1
e. I don't know
Result : Correct
150.
What is the phonetic word for this flag ?
a. Golf
b. Juliet
c. Tango
d. Hotel
e. I don't know
Result : Correct