Question 2357 Deck General
70% to passA vessel that tows astern must have a/an _______________.
A
towing winch
B
ax or knife mounted near the towing bitts
C
oxyacetylene cutting torch
D
method to easily release the towline
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) method to easily release the towline. Vessels that tow astern must have a method to easily release the towline in case of an emergency. This is a critical safety requirement, as the ability to quickly cast off the tow can prevent accidents or damage to the towing vessel and the towed vessel. The other answer choices, while potentially useful, are not specifically required for towing astern.
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