General Navigation USCG Question #719 (Set 23)

A marine chronometer should be rewound once every __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — day

Marine chronometers are precision timepieces designed to maintain accurate GMT for celestial navigation. To ensure a constant mainspring tension and consistent rate, they must be wound at the same time every day. This routine is a standard requirement for maintaining the integrity of navigational timekeeping on board.

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