Question 73 Deck General

The correct answer is B) On a broad reach. When a sailing vessel has the wind coming from 260° relative, it is considered to be on a broad reach. This means the wind is blowing across the boat from the side, at an angle between 90-135 degrees off the bow of the vessel. The other answer choices are incorrect because: A) Running before the wind refers to sailing with the wind directly behind the vessel, C) On a starboard tack means the wind is coming over the starboard (right) side, and D) On a close reach is when the wind is coming more towards the bow, between 45-90 degrees off the bow.