You are docking a ship with a single-screw tug assisting on your starboard bow. How should the tug be tied up if you are anticipating that she will have to hold your bow off while you stem the current?

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The tug should put a stern line up, leading ahead on the ship.

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One head line would be sufficient.

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The tug would need at least two head lines.

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The tug should put a spring line up, leading astern on the ship.

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