Practice question

A vessel is steering a True Course (Rv) of 180° with a fresh westerly wind blowing from 270°. The navigator estimates a wind leeway (Abatimiento - Ab) of 5°. What is the vessel's actual True Course through the water (Rva / rumbo con abatimiento)?

  1. 185°
  2. 175°
  3. 190°
  4. 170°

Answer: B — 175°

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