Question 101 Deck General

The correct answer is A) The apparent wind moves forward. When a vessel heads up from a beam reach to close hauled, the apparent wind moves forward as the boat sails closer to the wind direction. This is because as the boat's heading changes, the relative direction of the wind changes, causing the apparent wind to shift forward. The other answer choices are incorrect: B) The side slip decreases - This is not necessarily true, as side slip can depend on other factors like the boat's design and sail trim. C) The speed will increase - The speed may actually decrease as the boat heads up closer to the wind. D) The heeling moment decreases rapidly - The heeling moment may increase as the boat heads up, as the sails generate more lift.