In heavy seas the helmsman should steer the...

In heavy seas the helmsman should steer the...

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In heavy seas the helmsman should steer the survival craft __________.

A

into the seas

B

broadside to the seas

C

in the same direction as the seas

D

in a series of figure-eights

Question 1 / 270705eccef9fbacbc34ba4d46920

Question 1 of 270705eccef9fbacbc34ba4d46920

In heavy seas the helmsman should steer the survival craft __________.

Question 1 of 27070

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In heavy seas the helmsman should steer the survival craft __________.

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🔍 Key Concepts

• Heavy weather seamanship for small craft and survival craft • Relative motion of the waves versus the boat’s heading • Risks of broaching, capsizing, or swamping in different headings to the seas

💭 Think About

• How does the direction you point the bow compared to the oncoming waves affect stability and comfort? • Which option would most reduce the chance of the craft being rolled or swamped by a breaking sea? • What heading to the seas generally gives you the most control with the least risk of capsizing in heavy conditions?

✅ Before You Answer

• Consider how each option affects risk of capsizing in heavy seas • Think about where the largest surface area of the craft would be exposed to each wave direction • Ask which choice would allow the helmsman the greatest control over speed and steering in rough conditions