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Si navegamos al RV (rumbo verdadero) = 120º y sopla viento del SW que nos produce un abatimiento de 5º, llevaremos un rumbo:If we sail on true course (RV) = 120º and a SW wind gives us 5º of leeway, we will make a course of:
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Correct answer: b) 115º through the water.
Why it is correct
On course 120º, a SW wind comes from starboard and pushes to port: 120º − 5º = 115º.
Why the others are not
- a) The wind pushes to port, so subtract.
- c) Course over the ground involves current.
- d) Leeway gives a course through the water.
How to work it out in the exam
- Wind to starboard: subtract. To port: add.
Where this question comes from
- Región de Murcia · 2018 · 1ª convocatoria · PY Tipo 1 · question 23 Official paper · Official answer key
- Región de Murcia · 2023 · 2ª convocatoria · PY Tipo 1 · question 25 Official paper · Official answer key
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