OAR OAR Reading Comprehension 2

Question 1

A passage states: 'The navigator plotted a course using dead reckoning, estimating position based on a known starting point, elapsed time, and speed.' What does 'dead reckoning' rely on?

Accepted Answer

Known position plus calculated movement

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GPS satellite data

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Celestial observations only

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Radar reflections from landmarks

Question 2

Read: 'Unlike surface vessels, submarines must manage buoyancy precisely to maintain depth. Too much positive buoyancy causes uncontrolled ascent; too much negative buoyancy causes descent.' Which conclusion is best supported?

Accepted Answer

Neutral buoyancy keeps a submarine at a stable depth

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Submarines sink if their engines fail

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Positive buoyancy is always desirable

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Submarines rely solely on propellers for depth control

Question 3

A passage says: 'The officer's report was terse but comprehensive, omitting no relevant detail despite its brevity.' The word 'terse' most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

Brief and concise

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Lengthy and detailed

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Confusing and unclear

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Formal and official

Question 4

Read: 'Naval exercises are conducted to assess readiness, identify weaknesses, and train personnel under realistic conditions. The results inform future procurement decisions.' What is the PRIMARY purpose of naval exercises according to the passage?

Accepted Answer

To assess readiness and improve training

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To justify defense budgets

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To demonstrate power to adversaries

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To test new weapons systems

Question 5

A passage reads: 'Maritime law distinguishes between flotsam, which is wreckage floating on the sea, and jetsam, goods deliberately thrown overboard.' Based on this, cargo a captain dumps during a storm would be classified as:

Accepted Answer

Jetsam

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Flotsam

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Salvage

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Contraband

Question 6

Read: 'The commanding officer emphasized that situational awareness — knowing where friendly and enemy forces are at all times — is the most critical skill in naval warfare.' Which title best fits this passage?

Accepted Answer

The Primacy of Situational Awareness in Naval Warfare

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Equipment Maintenance in Naval Operations

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Communication Protocols Between Naval Units

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History of Naval Tactics

Question 7

A passage states: 'Passage through the strait was impeded by fog, forcing the fleet to anchor and await improved visibility before proceeding.' What caused the delay?

Accepted Answer

Reduced visibility due to fog

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Mechanical failure of the lead vessel

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Enemy blockade of the strait

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Navigational charts were incorrect