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¿Cómo se denominan las partes laterales traseras del casco de forma curva hacia la popa?What are the curved rear side parts of the hull, towards the stern, called?

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Correct answer: b) Quarters (aletas).

Why it is correct

The quarters are the curved sides at the stern, just as the bows are at the front.

Why the others are not

  • a) That is not the name of this part of the hull.
  • c) The beam is the direction at right angles to the centreline.
  • d) Option a) is false.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Bow: amuras. Middle: través. Stern: aletas.

Where this question comes from

Try it: Parts of a boat

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