Where would the boat go of Wind is blowing from the east toward the west the wind pushes the sails of a boat and which direction does the boat move?

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2026-03-04 15:50

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According to the laws of Physics as we currently know them, it is not possible to sail any closer to the wind than 45 degrees. That leaves a 90 degree window altogether. If indeed, "East" is 90 degrees on your compass (like all the rest in our world), you will not be able to sail toward the wind, from 45 degrees to 135 degrees on your compass. All other courses are available.

Point of order, though: Technically speaking, a sail is a vertical wing & the wind flows around the sail, foiling, and actually PULLS boat along. This makes for a great trick question; "Does the wind push or pull a boat?".

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