Determine the great circle distance and initial course from LAT 25°47.0'N, LONG 79°59.5'W to LAT 38°42.0'N, LONG 09°10.5'W.

Correct Answer: Option C — 3588.6 miles, 059°T

Apply the haversine formula or the cosine rule for spherical trigonometry to determine the great circle distance between the two coordinates. The initial course is derived using the Napier’s Rules for a navigational triangle. Calculations confirm a distance of 3588.6 nautical miles and an initial true course of 059°.