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← HistoryWhich outcome arises given increased Viking longship sail attack angle?
A)Reduced lateral drift (leeway)
B)Increased risk of sail ripping✓
C)Greater maneuverability in tight spaces
D)Decreased speed in strong winds
💡 Explanation
Increased attack angle increases stress on the sail's fabric due to higher aerodynamic loading; this exceeds the material's tensile strength, because it undergoes significant deformation. Therefore, sail rupture risk rises, rather than optimal aerodynamics or maneuverability which result in reduced stress.
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