If the magnetic bearing of a line is 72° and the magnetic declination is 4° east, its approximate true bearing is:
Correct answer: B. 76°
- A. 68°
- B. 76°
- C. 72°
- D. 80°
Explanation
Using the usual convention, true bearing equals magnetic bearing plus east declination. Therefore, 72° + 4° gives a true bearing of 76°.
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