Seaman Apprentice Flashcards
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Which of the following best describes 'dead reckoning' in navigation?
Answer: Estimating current position using a known past position, heading, speed, and time elapsed
Dead reckoning calculates current position from a previously known position by accounting for speed, heading, and elapsed time.
What does the term 'abeam' mean relative to a vessel's position?
Answer: At a right angle to the vessel's centerline
Abeam refers to a direction or object that is at a 90-degree angle to the ship's keel, on either side.
What is the purpose of a 'watch bill' in naval operations?
Answer: A schedule assigning crew members to standing watch duties
A watch bill is a duty roster that assigns crew members to specific watch stations and times.
Which international distress signal involves raising and lowering outstretched arms slowly and repeatedly?
Answer: Visual distress signal by body movement
Slowly raising and lowering outstretched arms is a recognized visual distress signal that can be used when other equipment is unavailable.
What is a 'fathom' as a unit of nautical measurement?
Answer: Six feet of depth
A fathom equals six feet and is traditionally used to measure water depth.
When boarding a vessel using a Jacob's ladder, you should always keep:
Answer: Three points of contact with the ladder at all times
Maintaining three points of contact (two hands and one foot, or two feet and one hand) ensures safety while climbing a Jacob's ladder.
What type of anchor is most commonly used on small Canadian naval and coast guard vessels?
Answer: Danforth (fluke) anchor
The Danforth or fluke anchor is widely used on small vessels due to its excellent holding power and compact storage.