Which point of sailing describes a vessel on that has the wind coming from 140° relative?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — On a broad reach
A relative wind angle of 140 degrees places the wind abaft the beam on the quarter, defining a broad reach point of sailing under standard maritime terminology. The vessel sails with sheets eased out while maintaining a course diagonal to the wind.
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