Practice question

In the context of a vessel's turning circle, what is the term used to describe the distance gained in the direction of the original course from the point where the rudder is first applied until the vessel has altered course by 90 degrees?

  1. Advance
  2. Transfer
  3. Tactical Diameter
  4. Kick

Answer: A — Advance

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