Deck General USCG Question #506 (Set 15)

Using the available references, if the dry bulb temperature is 55°F (13°C) and the wet bulb is 50°F (10°C), what is the relative humidity?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — 82%

Entering the psychrometric table with a dry bulb temperature of 55°F and a wet bulb of 50°F yields a depression of 5°F. Cross-referencing these values produces a relative humidity of 82%, critical for preventing cargo sweat.

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