You are on a ship that has broken down and are preparing to be taken in tow. You will use your anchor cable as part of the towline. Which statement is TRUE?
A
The anchor cable should be veered enough to allow the towline connection to be immediately astern of the towing vessel.
B
The anchor cable should be veered enough to allow the towline connection to be just forward of your bow.
C
The anchor cable should be led out through a chock, if possible, to avoid a sharp nip at the hawsepipe lip.
D
The strain of the tow is taken by the riding pawl, chain stopper, and anchor windlass brake.
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Question 1 / 2066636eec28f7522a1c51cccb
Question 1 of 2066636eec28f7522a1c51cccb
You are on a ship that has broken down and are preparing to be taken in tow. You will use your anchor cable as part of the towline. Which statement is TRUE?
You are on a ship that has broken down and are preparing to be taken in tow. You will use your anchor cable as part of the towline. Which statement is TRUE?