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Cuando dos buques de vela se crucen con riesgo de abordaje:When two sailing vessels cross with risk of collision:

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Correct answer: c) With the wind on the same side, the one to windward keeps clear of the one to leeward

Why it is correct

Between sailing vessels, on opposite tacks the port-tack one gives way. On the same tack, windward gives way.

Why the others are not

  • a) Power rule.
  • b) Port tack gives way.
  • d) b is false.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Sail: port tack gives way; same tack, windward.

Where this question comes from

Regulations

Try it: Right of way

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