Why were medieval ships unsuited for long-distance voyages? A. Medieval ships were designed mostly for battle. B. Medieval ships used the less efficient triangular sail. C. Medieval ships had to be built out of soft woods like pine. D. Medieval ships used a longer keel, a taller mast, and a heavier wood.

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26 May, 07:11

Why were medieval ships unsuited for long-distance voyages? A. Medieval ships were designed mostly for battle. B. Medieval ships used the less efficient triangular sail. C. Medieval ships had to be built out of soft woods like pine. D. Medieval ships used a longer keel, a taller mast, and a heavier wood.

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Nikolas Gallagher · Answer 1

a. Medieval ships were designed mostly for battle.

Explanation:

Since medieval ships were designed for battle this would mean that they were built from resistant material, had large space to hold provisions and personnel, making them perfect to sail for long distances