- 1. Navigation is the process of accurately determining the position and direction of a vehicle or vessel and guiding it to a specific destination. It involves the use of maps, compasses, GPS technology, and other tools to plot a course and stay on track during travel. Effective navigation requires a combination of knowledge, skills, and technology to ensure safe and efficient transportation from one point to another. Whether traveling by land, sea, or air, navigation plays a crucial role in reaching our destinations successfully.
How many degrees are in a full circle?
A) 90
B) 270
C) 180
D) 360
- 2. What does the acronym GPS stand for?
A) Global Positioning System
B) Guided Pathway System
C) Geographic Positioning Service
D) General Pointing System
- 3. Which type of navigation uses the stars to determine position?
A) Terrain Navigation
B) Landmark Navigation
C) Radio Navigation
D) Celestial Navigation
- 4. What is the name of the line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres?
A) Tropic of Cancer
B) Equator
C) International Date Line
D) Prime Meridian
- 5. What instrument is used to measure the altitude of celestial bodies in celestial navigation?
A) Sextant
B) Barometer
C) Compass
D) Chronometer
- 6. What type of map projection is commonly used for navigation charts?
A) Conic
B) Polar
C) Mercator
D) Orthographic
- 7. What is the process of adjusting a compass to account for magnetic variation called?
A) Alignment
B) Correction
C) Calibration
D) Deviation
- 8. What unit is commonly used to measure speed in maritime navigation?
A) Mile
B) Knot
C) Meter
D) Kilogram
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