Question 205Navigation General

The correct answer is D) True directions. The outer ring of a compass rose on a nautical chart provides true directions, which are directions referenced to true north rather than magnetic north. True north is the geographic north pole, while magnetic north is the location of the Earth's magnetic north pole, which is not the same as true north. The outer ring of the compass rose allows the navigator to determine true course and true bearings, which are essential for accurate navigation. The other answer choices are incorrect because they do not accurately describe the information provided by the outer ring of the compass rose. Magnetic directions (A) are shown on the inner ring, variation (B) is shown separately, and annual rate of variation change (C) is not typically displayed on the compass rose.