Which sequence correctly rotates the boat to starboard?

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Which sequence correctly rotates the boat to starboard?

To rotate toward starboard, use a turning moment created by thrust on opposite sides of the boat. Start by pulling forward with the port side (Give way port). This forward push on the left side tends to steer the boat to the right, beginning the turn to starboard. Then use backward thrust on the starboard side (Backwater starboard) to bring the stern across and complete the turn toward the right, helping to control and hold the rotation rather than just moving straight ahead. Tossing the oars would stop propulsion and stop the turn. Backing water on the starboard side alone wouldn’t initiate the rightward rotation the same way and won’t establish the turn direction on its own.

To rotate toward starboard, use a turning moment created by thrust on opposite sides of the boat. Start by pulling forward with the port side (Give way port). This forward push on the left side tends to steer the boat to the right, beginning the turn to starboard. Then use backward thrust on the starboard side (Backwater starboard) to bring the stern across and complete the turn toward the right, helping to control and hold the rotation rather than just moving straight ahead.

Tossing the oars would stop propulsion and stop the turn. Backing water on the starboard side alone wouldn’t initiate the rightward rotation the same way and won’t establish the turn direction on its own.

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