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← HistoryWhich limit was crucial during Viking longship coastal navigation?
A)Keel drag along seabed limits✓
B)Sail plan aerodynamic stall margin
C)Oar shaft fracture limits rates
D)Rivet shear at hull seams
💡 Explanation
Viking longships navigated shallow coastal waters; keel drag creates substantial resistance on the seabed, severely limiting maneuverability because increased drag leads to grounding. Therefore, keel depth defined navigation limits, rather than sail stall or rivet fatigue, which affected open-sea conditions.
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