Deck General USCG Question #5276 (Set 164)

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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