Deck General · Helm Commands
The standard helm command 'Right standard rudder' directs the helmsman to:
- AApply the prescribed standard rudder angle to the right✓ Correct
- BPut the rudder hard right
- CSteer the standard course
- DCome right 5 degrees only
Explanation
Standard rudder is a predetermined angle (commonly about 15°) that produces a known, moderate rate of turn. 'Full' or 'hard' rudder applies the maximum angle for the sharpest turn.
Authority: Knight's Modern Seamanship; standard helm/wheel orders
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