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Indique cómo darían la orden “No arrastre el ancla”.Indicate how the order “No arrastre el ancla” (do not move under control with the anchor touching the bottom) is given in IMO SMCP:
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Correct answer: c) Do not dredge anchor.
Why it is correct
In the IMO SMCP General Glossary, intentionally letting the anchor trail along the seabed to control the vessel’s movement is 'to dredge (anchor)', and the VTS prohibition (A1/6.2.1.5) is 'Do not dredge anchor' (whereas 'drag' refers to unintentional dragging).
Why the others are not
- a) 'Heave up anchor' means to weigh/heave up the anchor.
- b) 'Drop anchor' means to let go the anchor.
- d) In the SMCP 'drag' is unintentional dragging; the prohibited manoeuvre is 'Do not dredge anchor'.
How to work it out in the exam
- No arrastre el ancla (SMCP A1/6.2.1.5): 'Do not dredge anchor'.
Where this question comes from
- Junta de Andalucía · 2026 · 1ª convocatoria · CY Módulo genérico · question 20 Official paper · Official answer key
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