Multiple choice

The standard rate of turn is

  1. 3 degrees per second

  2. 6 degrees per second

  3. 12 degrees per second

  4. 24 degrees per second

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Standard rate turn (also called Rate 1 turn) is 3 degrees per second, which completes a full 360-degree circle in exactly 2 minutes (3°/s × 120s = 360°). This is the reference turn rate used in instrument flying procedures. The other options are incorrect - 6°/s would be a Rate 2 turn (30 seconds per circle), while 12°/s and 24°/s are not standard aviation turn rates.