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¿Qué significa estar “libre a sotavento”?What does it mean to be “clear to leeward” (libre a sotavento)?

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Correct answer: c) Having clear room on the side the wind pushes the boat, so it does not hit structures or boats during the manoeuvre.

Why it is correct

Leeward is where the wind pushes you: it must be clear.

Why the others are not

  • a) Windward is the opposite side.
  • b) That is the windward side.
  • d) It assumes there is wind.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Leeward: where you go if you do nothing.

Where this question comes from

Try it: Decisions on board

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