A ketch-rigged sailing vessel is sailing to windward§with the wind about 50° on the port bow. All the sails are§set and drawing properly. Which statement is TRUE?
A
If you slack the mizzen sheet, the center of effort will move aft.
B
If you slack the main sheet, the lift to drag ratio of the mainsail will increase.
C
If you sheet in the mainsail without changing course, the vessel will heel farther and speed up.
D
If you strike the mainsail, the center of effort of the whole rig will move down.
E
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