ASA 105 Exam (Latest 2025/ 2026 Update) Actual Questions with Verified Answers| Grade A| 100% Correct.

ASA 105 Exam (Latest 2025/ 2026
Update) Actual Questions with Verified
Answers| Grade A| 100% Correct.

Question:
What is the basic chart symbol for major and minor lights??
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Answer:

Both are shown with a black dot and a nautical *purple flare*.
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Question:

The chart title, type of projection, chart scale, & unit of measurement are
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found in ___________ __________ _________ on a nautical chart.?
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Answer:

General Information Block
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Question:

The _______ & _______ of a nautical chart are printed on the lower left-hand
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corner of the chart.?
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Answer:

Number, Edition i,-

,Question:

Nautical purple ink is used for notes and to highlight _____ aids.?
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Answer:

lighted




Question:

The symbol for a _______ and other fixed lights is a black _____ with a
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nautical purple _______.?
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Answer:
Lighthouse, Dot, Flarei,- i,-




Question:

______are indicated on a nautical chart with small triangles or squares.?
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Answer:

Daybeacons




Question:

,The nautical publication containing a catalog of ATON is called the
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_______.?

Answer:

Light list i,-




Question:

Large scale charts cover which?
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a) A small area, showing more detail b) A large area, showing little detail?
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Answer:

Large scale charts cover a) *a small area and show more detail*. Large
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scale means greater magnification.
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Question:

What 2 datums are referenced on nautical charts??
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Answer:
*Tidal datum* (or vertical datum) from which all depths and heights are
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referenced. i,-




*Horizontal datum* for placing lines of latitude and Longitude. The
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current standard is NAD83. i,- i,- i,-




Question:

, What color is assumed for the light on a buoy when no color abbreviation
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is shown on the chart??
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Answer:

It is assumed white.
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Question:

A listing of approved marine events & regattas is found in the _____.?
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Answer:
notice to mariners i,- i,-




Question:
The publication used by the Coast Guard to communicate with mariners
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about the establishment & change to ATON is called the __________.?
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Answer:
Local notice to mariners
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Question: