Marina Exam for OIC: A hurricane has recurved to the northeast and its forward speed is 20 knots. Your MODU is located 600 miles northeast of the hurricane s center. How long will it take for the hurricane center to reach your position if it holds its present course and speed?

A hurricane has recurved to the northeast and its forward speed is 20 knots. Your MODU is located 600 miles northeast of the hurricane s center. How long will it take for the hurricane center to reach your position if it holds its present course and speed? 

A. 30 hours 
B. 10 hours 
C. 50 hours 
D. 80 hours 


Answer: A. 30 hours