2.3 - Contingency & Decision Nodes
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of a Waypoint Decision Matrix?
💡 Hint: Think about what factors influence navigation.
Why is tracking time important in outdoor activities?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens if you're falling behind.
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What does the acronym FWD stand for in outdoor navigation?
💡 Hint: What are the critical factors when planning outdoors?
True or False: The Time-Distance Monitoring Log is optional for safe navigation.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens if you need to make last-minute adjustments.
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Discuss a scenario in which failing to track time could lead to disaster during a challenging hike. How could the Time-Distance Monitoring Log have helped?
💡 Hint: Reflect on typical hiking time management strategies.
Design a complete Waypoint Decision Matrix for an upcoming expedition, considering various weather patterns and fuel levels. What decisions would you derive from it?
💡 Hint: Think about realistic fuel scenarios and weather impacts.
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