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A boom is used to hold the foot, or bottom of the sail. It is attached to the mast, in various ways. It is simply a pole that stretches out the bottom of the sail to obtain better performance.
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Which statement is true of sailboats Sailboats can maneuver in tight spaces Sailboats can change direction quickly and easily Sailboats are usually the give-way boat in an encounter Sailboats ar?
Sailboats are usually the stand-on boat in an encounter.
What are sailboat poles called?
Sailboats have many "poles". The ones that I think you are referring to are the mast and the boom. The Mast is the Tall one that sticks up out of the hull. The is connected horizontally to the mast.
What do sailboats have have a tendency to do?
Sailboats have the tendency to Capsize and Swamp.
Why did Egyptians ride on sailboats?
why did egyptians use sailboats? the used sailboats because they where a good way to travel in water
How many sailboats equal a mile?
depends how big the sailboats are
How are sailboats used for sports?
Sailboats are used in the sport of sailing.
When was Vanguard Sailboats created?
Vanguard Sailboats was created in 1967.
What do small sailboats have a tendency to do?
Sailboats have the tendency to Capsize and Swamp.
How do you make ancient Egyptian sailboats?
I am not sure how to make the sailboats that is why I'm asking!!!!
What power makes sailboats move?
Sailboats are powered by wind.
What statement about sailboats are true?
small sailboats tend to swamp and capsize more often
Can sailboats fly?
no
