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La quilla es:The keel is:

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Correct answer: b) The central piece laid fore and aft along the bottom of the hull.

Why it is correct

The keel is the boat’s backbone along the bottom. Stem, sternpost and frames rise from it.

Why the others are not

  • a) Frames.
  • c) The hull.
  • d) The side.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Backbone: keel.

Where this question comes from

Try it: Parts of a boat

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