Quiz by Sabin Ghimire

What is the Nautical Miles (NM) equivalent?

• 1 NM = 1.15078 miles

• 1 NM = 0.53996 miles

• 1 NM = 0.868976 miles

What is the formula for calculating distance?

• Distance = Speed x Time

• Distance = Time / Speed

• Distance = Speed + Time

What is the primary function of a compass?

• To determine direction

• To measure speed

• To calculate distance

What does the term 'latitude' refer to?

• Distance north or south of the equator

• Distance east or west of the prime meridian

• The angle of elevation

What is the significance of the prime meridian?

• It divides the Earth into Eastern and Western Hemispheres

• It is the longest line of latitude

• It is used to measure time zones

What is the formula for calculating area of a triangle?

• Area = 1/2 x base x height

• Area = base x height

• Area = base + height

What is the purpose of a sextant?

• To measure angles

• To calculate speed

• To determine depth

What is the main purpose of navigation?

• To find the best route

• To measure distance

• To calculate speed

What is the definition of 'bearing' in navigation?

• The direction of travel

• The distance traveled

• The speed of travel

What is the purpose of a chart in navigation?

• To provide a visual representation of the area

• To calculate speed

• To measure distance