In plotting true magnetic compass readings (i.e., rhumb lines) between two points, which map projection is generally used?
A) Robinson projection
B) Mercator projection
C) Goode's homolosine projection
D) any conic projection

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The Mercator projection is the most commonly used projection for nautical charts, as it accurately represents lines of constant compass direction as straight lines, which is important for navigation using true magnetic compass readings.

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