A boom vang _______________.

A douses the gaff topsail

B draws the head of the sail to windward

C holds the boom down and flattens the main sail

D tautens the standing rigging

AI Explanation

The correct answer is C) holds the boom down and flattens the main sail. A boom vang is a system of lines and tackle that applies downward force on the boom, which helps to flatten the mainsail and prevent it from lifting the boom upwards. This flattens the main sail, which is useful in high wind conditions to reduce the power and drive of the sail. The boom vang does not have any direct connection to the gaff topsail (A), standing rigging (D), or drawing the head of the sail to windward (B), which are the other answer choices provided.

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A boom vang _______________.

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