Question 1949Navigation General

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Where can information about the currents for the Pacific Coast of the U. S. be obtained?

A Tidal Current Tables
B Ocean Current Tables
C Nautical Almanac
D Tide Tables
AI Explanation

The correct answer is A) Tidal Current Tables. Tidal Current Tables provide information on the speed and direction of currents along the Pacific Coast of the United States. These tables are the primary reference for navigators to understand the behavior of currents in coastal waters, which is crucial for safe and efficient navigation. The other options are incorrect because Ocean Current Tables focus on larger-scale ocean currents, the Nautical Almanac provides astronomical data, and Tide Tables only provide information on the rise and fall of tides, without details on current patterns.

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