Which consequence resulted when the Leiden-built East Indiaman Amsterdam experienced rudder failure in 1749?

💡 Explanation

The ship became unsteerable because it lacked a steering mechanism. With total loss of directional control, hydrodynamic forces pushed the drifting ship ashore; therefore grounding was inevitable rather than sinking further offshore.

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