Your vessel is sailing on a port tack when a sudden gust of wind heels the vessel sharply to starboard. Which action will reduce the heeling of the vessel?

Correct Answer: Option D — Any of the above

Shifting weight windward increases righting moment, easing sheets spills wind power, and heading closer to the wind reduces aerodynamic angle of attack. All three seamanship actions effectively decrease excessive vessel heeling during sudden gusts.