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Una hélice dextrogira es la que:A right-handed (dextrógira) propeller is one that:

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Correct answer: c) Turns to the right going ahead.

Why it is correct

A propeller is defined by how it turns going ahead, seen from astern: right-handed turns to the right.

Why the others are not

  • a) That is left-handed.
  • b) Going astern, a right-handed propeller turns to the left.
  • d) The name has nothing to do with breakdowns.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Dextro, right. Levo, left. Always going ahead.

Where this question comes from

Try it: Propeller and rudder

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