A sailing vessel with the wind coming from 140° relative would be __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — on a broad reach
A relative wind angle of 140° positions the wind abaft the beam but forward of a direct run. This aerodynamic point of sail constitutes a broad reach, where sheets are eased significantly to present the maximum sail surface area to the oncoming wind.
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