Question 411Navigation General

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Which factor(s) is/are used to develop the charted information of a lighthouse?

A Height of the observer and the intensity of the light
B Height of the light and the observer
C Height of the light only
D Height and intensity of the light
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) Height and intensity of the light. The charted information of a lighthouse, including its visibility and range, is determined by the height of the light above the water and the intensity of the light. The height of the light determines how far it can be seen over the horizon, while the intensity of the light determines how bright it appears to the observer. Both of these factors are essential in calculating the charted information that is displayed on nautical charts and publications. The other options are incorrect because they do not fully capture the factors used to develop lighthouse charted information. Option A only considers the height of the observer and the intensity of the light, while option B only considers the height of the light and the observer. Option C is incorrect because the height of the light alone is not enough to determine the charted information.

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