What is the effect of moving the tiller to the left on the rudder's direction?

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What is the effect of moving the tiller to the left on the rudder's direction?

The tiller and rudder work as a simple lever system. When you push the tiller to the left, it pushes on the rudder in such a way that the rudder swings to the opposite side. The rudder deflects to the right (to starboard). This opposite deflection redirects the water flow to create the steering moment, causing the boat to turn accordingly.

The tiller and rudder work as a simple lever system. When you push the tiller to the left, it pushes on the rudder in such a way that the rudder swings to the opposite side. The rudder deflects to the right (to starboard). This opposite deflection redirects the water flow to create the steering moment, causing the boat to turn accordingly.

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