Question 5077Deck General70% to pass
When cargo aboard a jack-up in transit becomes adrift, the tow vessel should be asked to _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) turn into the seas.
When cargo aboard a jack-up becomes adrift during transit, the tow vessel should be asked to turn into the seas. This allows the tow vessel to better control the motion of the jack-up and prevent further drifting or loss of cargo. Turning into the seas, rather than reducing speed or turning parallel, provides the most stability and control over the situation.
The other options, such as reducing speed (A) or turning parallel to the seas (B), would not be the best course of action in this scenario, as they would not provide the necessary control and stability to secure the adrift cargo.
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