Practice question

On a small day-sailor or dinghy, what is the primary hydrodynamic function of the 'Orza' (Centerboard / Daggerboard)?

  1. To provide forward propulsion when there is no wind in the bay
  2. To serve as a ladder for boarding from the water
  3. To act as a trim tab to level the boat at high planing speeds
  4. To generate lateral hydrodynamic resistance and prevent excessive sideways drift (leeway / deriva)

Answer: D — To generate lateral hydrodynamic resistance and prevent excessive sideways drift (leeway / deriva)

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