Which outcome occurred when Medieval longship sails experienced increased wind speeds?

💡 Explanation

Higher wind speed shifts the sail's center of pressure, causing a 'weather helm' effect; this occurs because the increased force moves the center of effort forward, therefore the ship turns into the wind, rather than maintaining a straight course.

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