Question 51 Deck General
70% to passA capsized small sail vessel is best righted when what part of the vessel is downwind?
A
Stern
B
Centerboard
C
Bow
D
Mast
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) Mast. When a small sailboat capsizes, it is best to right the vessel with the mast downwind. This is because the mast acts as a lever, and having it downwind provides the most leverage to right the boat. With the mast downwind, it can be easily pushed or pulled to tip the boat back upright. The other options (stern, centerboard, and bow) do not provide the same mechanical advantage for righting the capsized vessel.
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