Question 1391 Deck Safety

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When using the lifeboat compass, you must be careful to _______________.

A apply the correction for compass error
B keep metal objects away from it
C set it on the centerline of the boat
D All of the above
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) All of the above. When using the lifeboat compass, you must: 1) Apply the correction for compass error to account for any magnetic deviation. This ensures the compass reading accurately reflects true north. 2) Keep metal objects away from the compass to avoid interference and inaccurate readings. 3) Set the compass on the centerline of the boat to get the most accurate directional reading. The other options are incorrect because they only address one or two of the key requirements for properly using a lifeboat compass, rather than all three essential precautions.

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