To achieve the designed holding power of a stockless anchor, the flukes must be embedded in the sea bottom. Which of the following is also required to reach this condition?

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The length of chain should be stretched along the bottom and in line with the shank

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The shank should be upright and perpendicular to the flukes

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The shank should be upright and parallel to the flukes

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The length of chain should be stretched along the bottom and perpendicular to the shank

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