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← HistoryWhich risk increases when Viking longship sails experience high wind load?
A)Decreased hull speed potential
B)Catastrophic sail and rigging failure✓
C)Ice formation on sailcloth
D)Increased magnetic compass deviation
💡 Explanation
Increased wind load exerts excessive force leading to catastrophic sail failure. This involves exceeding tensile strength of linen by aerodynamic forces rather than decreased propulsive efficiency; therefore, mechanical failure of sailcloth, lines, and spars result rather than slower speed.
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