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Capear un temporal es:Heaving to in a gale is:

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Correct answer: b) Putting the bow at an angle to the sea and reducing speed.

Why it is correct

Heaving to is taking the sea on the bow at low speed.

Why the others are not

  • a) Head-on slams.
  • c) Running.
  • d) Running.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Heave to: bow, slow.

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