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What horizontal datum is the foundation for both ENC charts and GPS coordinates?

NAD-74

WGS-84 (correct)

WGS-72

ED-50

According to IMO performance standards for ECDIS, which of the following is a requirement?

Use the same alarms as paper charts.

Continuously plot the ship's position.

Permit the navigator to carry out route planning and monitoring. (correct)

Provide presentations in the colors used for paper charts.

Which statement best describes a System Electronic Navigational Chart?

A database from RENC used to publish updates to ENCs.

A database, in the manufacturer’s internal format, containing ENC information and updates. (correct)

A database of data derived from WEND.

A database containing mariner's manual updates to an ENC.

Which organisation sets the performance standards for ECDIS?

<p>International Maritime Organization. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of ECDIS?

<p>Contribute to safe navigation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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ENC Charts and GPS Coordinates

ENC charts and GPS coordinates are based on the WGS-84 datum.

IMO ECDIS Performance Standard

Continuously plotting the ship's position is a requirement.
Providing the presentation in the same colors as paper charts is NOT a requirement.
Displaying alarms related to system and A inputs performance is a requirement.
Allowing route planning and monitoring is a requirement.

Definition of Electronic Navigational Chart (ENC)

An ENC is a database containing information from an ENC content and updates, in the manufacturer's internal ECDIS format.

ECDIS Performance Standard Setting Organization

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) sets the performance standards for ECDIS.

Electronic Navigational Chart (ENC) Standard Setting Organization

The International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) sets the standards for ENCs.

Primary Function of ECDIS

The primary function of ECDIS is to contribute to safe navigation.

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This quiz focuses on the essential standards and functionalities of ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System) and ENC (Electronic Navigational Chart). It covers the requirements set by the IMO and IHO, including continuous position plotting and alarm functionalities. Test your knowledge about the role of ECDIS in maritime navigation and the standards that govern its use.