Orienteering Navigation: Pace and Pace Factor

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What is the primary purpose of control points in orienteering?

To show the competitor has completed the course correctly

What does a circle typically indicate on an orienteering map?

Control points

What should you do if you get lost during orienteering?

Follow a safety azimuth to a prominent feature

What is the primary method of travel in orienteering?

On foot

What are the primary tools used in orienteering?

A map and compass

What is the distance between two control points on an orienteering map?

Not specified

What is a pace equivalent to in terms of steps?

Two steps

How do you determine the pace factor in navigation?

By walking with a normal stride and counting the number of paces

What is the purpose of determining the pace factor in navigation?

To determine the distance between two points

How many times should you measure the 100-meter distance to determine the pace factor?

Three times

What do you do if the number of paces varies when measuring the 100-meter distance?

Sum up the numbers and divide by the number of measurements

What is the significance of the right foot (or left foot) in counting paces?

It is used to count the number of paces

What is the primary purpose of using a compass in orienteering?

To navigate through the course and stay on track

What is the term for the number of steps equivalent to one unit of distance in navigation?

Pace

What is the primary component of an orienteering map?

Symbols to represent features and control points

What is the purpose of control points in an orienteering course?

To check the participant's navigation skills

What is the primary rule in orienteering competitions?

The participant who completes the course the fastest wins

Who is responsible for planning an orienteering course?

A professional course planner

Learn about the essential navigational skills in orienteering, starting with understanding pace and pace factor. Test your knowledge on these important concepts in navigation and how to apply them in different situations.

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