You sight Tue Marshes Light (LAT 37°14.1'N, LONG 76°23.2'W) in line with Goodwin Thorofare Light "16" (LAT 37°13.7'N, LONG 76°25.0'W) dead ahead bearing 264° per standard magnetic compass. Which statement is TRUE?

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The compass error is 11°W.

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The deviation is 1°W for a bearing of 264° only.

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The variation is 9°W for a bearing of 264° only.

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The deviation table must be corrected for the change in date.

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