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What is the name of the line used to hoist a sail up the mass? - Answer-halyard In general, what is the proper location for a Helmsman to sit on a small dinghy? - Answer-windward side What does Heaving-to require? - Answer-a backed jib What is the term for changing direction toward the win...

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Sailing Right test (most likely the test)
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What is the name of the line used to hoist a sail up the mass? - Answer-halyard

In general, what is the proper location for a Helmsman to sit on a small dinghy? -
Answer-windward side

What does Heaving-to require? - Answer-a backed jib

What is the term for changing direction toward the wind? - Answer-heading up

Which of the following is stated in the navigation rules regarding collisions? - Answer-all
vessels must take measures to avoid collisions

In a man overboard rescue situation involving beginning sailors,what is the best way to
return to the victim? - Answer-tack and sail back on reech

What is the name of the top corner of a triangular sail? - Answer-head

When do sails work at their maximum efficiency when sailing up wind? - Answer-on the
verge of a luff

In light air, which of the following is true regarding the scoop capsize recovery method?
- Answer-It doesn't matter which direction the sails are facing relative to the wind

Which is the best action to take with a sailor suffering from heat exhaustion? - Answer-
Move the person to a cool, dry area and allow them to cool down

Why is it important to layer sailing gear? - Answer-it helps ensure you have the proper
gear for the conditions

In addition to being the best way to stay hydrated, drinking plenty of water helps to do
which of the following? - Answer-fend off heart emergencies

How can a lull be identified on the water? - Answer-less ripples and lighter colors

What is the term used when the wind's direction moves aft while sailing upwind? -
Answer-lift

What is a stationary reading of the wind's direction and velocity called? - Answer-true
wind

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