Question 4140Deck General70% to pass
When a boat turns broadside to heavy seas and winds, thus exposing the boat to the danger of capsizing, the boat has _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) broached.
When a boat turns broadside to heavy seas and winds, it is said to have "broached." Broaching occurs when the boat's heading shifts perpendicular to the direction of the waves and wind, exposing the boat to the risk of capsizing. This can happen due to the boat losing control or being overpowered by the environmental conditions.
The other options are incorrect. Yawing refers to the boat's tendency to swing left and right of its intended course, while pitchpoling is when the bow of the boat digs into a wave and the boat flips end-over-end. Trimming is the adjustment of the boat's trim to optimize stability and performance, which is not the same as broaching.
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