Which consequence results from a prolonged period of hull fouling on 18th-century wooden ships traveling long distances?

💡 Explanation

Greater mass caused increased draft meaning greater hull area subject to errors in depth soundings; this led to frequent groundings rather than storm damage, because draft increased but sail forces decreased significantly.

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