Question 73Deck General70% to pass
A sailing vessel with the wind coming from 260° relative is considered to be in which situation?
AI Explanation
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.
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