Which consequence occurred when medieval carrack mainsails exceeded design limits?

💡 Explanation

Loss of steering control results, because excessive sail area shifts the center of effort far aft, causing WEATHER HELM exceeding the rudder's correction ability, leading to uncontrolled turning. Therefore, steering is immediately compromised, rather than hull or appendages experiencing immediate mechanical failure.

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