Question 1300Deck Safety70% to pass
When you stream a sea anchor, you should make sure that the holding line is _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) long enough to cause the pull to be more horizontal than downward.
When streaming a sea anchor, you want the holding line to be long enough to create a more horizontal pull rather than a downward pull. This helps the sea anchor resist the vessel's forward motion and drift while maintaining stability. A longer line allows the sea anchor to create more horizontal drag, which is more effective at slowing the vessel's drift. The other options are incorrect because a short line could cause tangling, and a line long enough to reach the bottom may not create the desired horizontal pull.
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