General Navigation USCG Question #894 (Set 28)

The velocity of the apparent wind can be more than the true wind, and come from the same direction, if certain conditions are present. One condition is that the __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — true wind must be from dead ahead

In USCG General Navigation principles (Bowditch, Light Lists, and Coast Pilots), regarding 'The velocity of the apparent wind can be more than the true wind, and come from the same direction, if certain conditions are present. One condition is that the', the verified fact is: 'true wind must be from dead ahead'.

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