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AP World History: Modern
Unit 2 – Networks of Exchange (1200-1450)
Topic 2.3
Why was the lateen sail an important technology in facilitating Indian Ocean Trade?
It made it possible to sail against strong monsoon winds.
It enabled sailors to navigate accurately without using compasses or maps.
It is efficient in varied wind conditions and easy to handle on smaller boats.
It allowed for faster speed compared to other types sails.
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