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AMP Moon
AMP Moon
At 1523 ZT, on 14 June 1981, in DR position LAT 31°58' S, LONG 48°42' W you
observe an amplitude of the Moon. The center of the Moon is on the visible horizon and
bears 118.0° psc. The variation is 10° W. What is the deviation?
Answer: 2.1° W
Solution
Calculator Buffs:
Step 3: Calculate Declination and Amplitude: To get direct bearing, use formula:
Cos Bearing = Sin Decl / Cos Lat.
Decl: 13 o 31.0 ’ S If the Body is setting, add 180o to
+8.3 : 3.3 ’ the result.
Decl: 13 o 34.3 ’ S
Answer: 2.1 0 W
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