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The moving of an anchor over the sea bottom involuntarily is known as

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Correct answer: d) Dragging

Why it is correct

Dragging is the anchor moving over the bottom.

Why the others are not

  • a) That is the vessel drifting.
  • b) That is letting fall.
  • c) That is falling astern.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Dragging: garreo.

Where this question comes from

Try it: Marine English

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