Which outcome increased the weather risk faced when Viking longships navigated open oceans?

💡 Explanation

Reduced protection results because the *wicking action* of seawater soaking the linen sailcloth increased its weight and stretch, which caused decreased sailing angle; therefore vessel stability was threatened due to lost maneuverability rather than immediate sinking, because boats were very buoyant below capacity.

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