what is the most significant feature of the lateen sail?

Question

- the triangular shape forced ships to stay close to the coastline
- lateen sails allowed sailors to determine their location on the earth's surface
- the triangular shape allowed ships to sail against the wind
- the square shape allowed ships to sail against the wind

Answer 1

The most significant feature of the lateen sail is that its triangular shape allowed ships to sail against the wind.