The following questions (1-10) are based on the Army Corps of Engineers Mississippi River Maps
(Cairo to the Gulf) and the Light List.

On 21 September, you are making up your tow at the fleeting area in Cairo, IL (mile 980.6 Ohio
River). You get underway at 0952 enroute to New Orleans with a mixed tow.

You are turning for 7.8 mph and estimate the current at 1.0 mph. What is your speed over the
ground?

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The following questions (1-10) are based on the Army Corps of Engineers Mississippi River Maps
(Cairo to the Gulf) and the Light List.

On 21 September, you are making up your tow at the fleeting area in Cairo, IL (mile 980.6 Ohio
River). You get underway at 0952 enroute to New Orleans with a mixed tow.

You are turning for 7.8 mph and estimate the current at 1.0 mph. What is your speed over the
ground?

Accepted Answer

8.8 mph

Answer

7.8 mph

Answer

6.8 mph

Answer

7.9 mph

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