Question

question 7 of 10
if sail boats a and b are approaching each other with the wind on different sides, why is vessel a considered the give - way vessel (vessel that must take early and substantial action to avoid a collision)?
a it has the wind on its port side
b it has the wind on its starboard side
c it is operating at a lower speed
d it is the larger of the two vessels

Explanation:

According to maritime rules, when two sailboats are approaching each other with the wind on different sides, the vessel with the wind on its port side (left side) is the give - way vessel. This is a standard rule in nautical navigation to avoid collisions.

Answer:

A. It has the wind on its port side