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In a perfect prismatic compass

magnetic axis and geometric axis of the needle coincide
ends of the needle and pivot are in same vertical and horizontal planes
pivot is vertically over the centre of the graduated circle
needle is always kept sensitive
all the above.

Correct Answer: all the above.

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