Question

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what is the most significant feature of the lateen sail? (1 point)
lateen sails allowed sailors to determine their location on the earths surface.
the triangular shape forced ships to stay close to the coastline.
the triangular shape allowed ships to sail against the wind.
the square shape allowed ships to sail against the wind.
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Explanation:

The lateen sail is triangular - shaped. Its key advantage is that it allows ships to sail against the wind (tack into the wind) due to its aerodynamic shape. It did not help with determining location, and it did not force ships to stay close to the coastline, and it is not square - shaped.

Answer:

The triangular shape allowed ships to sail against the wind.