Question 4030Deck General70% to pass
The holding power of an anchor is the _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) the maximum sustained horizontal load an anchor will resist before dragging.
The holding power of an anchor refers to its ability to resist horizontal forces that would cause it to drag along the seabed. The maximum horizontal load an anchor can withstand before beginning to drag is considered its holding power. This is an important specification, as it determines how much weight and tension the anchor can safely support before failing.
The other options are incorrect because they do not accurately describe the holding power of an anchor. Options A and B refer to the load the anchor can resist before the mooring line breaks, which is a different measure. Option C refers to the vertical load, which is not the primary concern for an anchor's holding power.
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