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Dos buques de vela a la vista se encuentran en una situación de cruce con riesgo de abordaje. Si ambos reciben el viento por la misma banda:Two sailing vessels in sight are crossing with risk of collision. If both have the wind on the same side:

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Correct answer: d) The windward one keeps clear of the leeward one.

Why it is correct

On the same tack the windward vessel gives way. Which side the other is on does not count.

Why the others are not

  • a) That is power.
  • b) Not the rule.
  • c) The reverse.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Same tack: windward gives way.

Where this question comes from

Regulations

Try it: Right of way

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