Celestial Navigation · Time — Zone Time from GMT
GMT is 1000 and the zone description is +8 (west longitude). What is the local zone time?
- A0208
- B1800
- C1000
- D0200✓ Correct
Explanation
Zone time = GMT − ZD = 1000 − 8h = 0200.
Authority: Bowditch (Pub. No. 9), Time
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