Question 1144Navigation General

The correct answer is C) the true wind is from dead astern. When the true wind is from dead astern (directly behind the vessel), the apparent wind velocity can be less than the true wind velocity and from the same direction. This is because the ship's speed adds to the true wind speed when the wind is from astern, resulting in a lower apparent wind velocity. The other options are incorrect because: A) The true wind being from dead ahead would increase the apparent wind velocity, not decrease it. B) The ship's speed being greater than the true wind velocity is not a condition that would result in a lower apparent wind velocity from the same direction. D) The true wind being on the beam (perpendicular to the vessel's heading) would not cause the apparent wind to be less than the true wind velocity.