Quiz: Wind, Waves, and Visibility

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1. 1

   What is the recommended Beaufort Wind Scale limit for taking your boat out on sea?

   10 (Storm)6 (Strong Breeze)8 (Gale)3 (Gentle Breeze)
2. 2

   What is the average wave height during Strong Breeze?

   3 meters5 meters1.5 meters6 meters
3. 3

   Why do we report the direction the wind is coming from, NOT the direction the wind is heading?

   Because the weather comes with the wind.That is how they report it in the weather news.It is a false statement. We report the direction the wind is going.Because the wind is unpredictable.
4. 4

   If the weather reports 3 meter waves, what are the tallest waves you can expect to see?

   3 meters1.5 meters6 meters9 meters
5. 5

   How is wave height measured?

   From crest to crest.From crest to trough.From the sea level to crest.They look at the amplitude.
6. 6

   What is considered “Good” Visibility?

   More than 1,000 meters.More than 4000 meters.4,000 - 10,000 meters.More than 10,000 meters.