Quiz on magnetic compass

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What can cause errors in compass readings?

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What is the purpose of the compass needle?

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What metal is commonly found in the needle of a magnetic compass?

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Which part of the Earth’s surface do magnetic compasses align with?

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The needle of a magnetic compass points toward which direction?

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When navigating with a compass, what is the term used to correct for magnetic declination?

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The difference between true north and magnetic north is called:

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What does a magnetic compass detect?

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