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When anchoring a vessel under normal conditions, which scope of chain is recommended?

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When anchoring a vessel under normal conditions, which scope of chain is recommended?

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• Scope of chain definition (ratio of length of rode to water depth) • Typical recommended scope for normal conditions vs. heavy weather • Why more scope improves holding power and reduces anchor drag

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• Think about how a longer scope changes the angle of pull on the anchor and how that affects holding power. • Compare which answers seem too short for good holding and which seem excessive for everyday, normal conditions. • Ask yourself which range you’ve most often seen in seamanship texts for routine anchoring in moderate weather with good holding ground.

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• Confirm that scope is measured as length of rode divided by the vertical distance from bow chock to seabed, not just charted depth. • Eliminate any option that would usually be reserved for storm or emergency anchoring rather than normal conditions. • Eliminate any option that seems insufficient for reliable holding if the wind or current freshens slightly.

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When anchoring a vessel under normal conditions, which scope of chain is recommended?

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When anchoring a vessel under normal conditions, which scope of chain is recommended?

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