Which consequence arises from excessive hysteresis in early hemp cordage used on Viking longships?

💡 Explanation

Excessive hysteresis causes sail deformation because the Cyclic stress causes rope fibers to irreversibly stretch affecting sail shape rather than elastic return. Therefore, Viking longships experienced reduced sail performance rather than immediate rope breakage and speed loss.

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