ASA 114 Cruising Catamaran Exam V1 (Latest Update 2025/ 2026 Update) Practice Test Questions & Answers | Grade A | 100% Correct (Verified Solutions)
Question:
When sailing to windward, daggerboards should be ________ to reduce leeway. When sailing downwind, daggerboards should be ________ to reduce drag and turbulence.
Sailing, Under Power, Seamanship
Answer:
lowered retracted (raised)
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Question:
When sailing downwind, find your course for best downwind VMG by sailing a ________ course and noting boat speed and apparent wind speed on different headings.
Sailing, Under Power, Seamanship
Answer:
slalom
Question:
When jibing a catamaran, it's important to jibe ________ and use the traveler and mainsheet to control the large ________.
Sailing, Under Power, Seamanship
Answer:
slowly
mainsail
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Question:
A lack of heeling and reduced weather helm reduce the sensory cues that indicate when to reef. Consult the manufacturer's charts that recommend the ________ ________ at which to reef. ________ state and approaching squalls should also be factored into the skipper's decision.
Sailing, Under Power, Seamanship
Answer:
wind speed
Sea
Question:
To maintain better control when sailing in gusty conditions, ________ ________ in gust when sailing to windward, and ________ ________ when sailing downwind.
Sailing, Under Power, Seamanship
Answer:
head up
bear away
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Question:
The large size of the catamaran, which can cause difficulties when docking or maneuvering under power, is greatly overcome by the use of its ________ screws.
Sailing, Under Power, Seamanship
Answer:
twin
Question:
Slow-speed maneuvering is enhanced by using ________ power and direction of thrust, which moves the pivot point toward the ________ with the least thrust.
Sailing, Under Power, Seamanship
Answer:
differential
hull
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