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Al ir a fondear lo haremos…When anchoring we will…

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Correct answer: d) Approach head to wind at low speed, let go and give a few gentle kicks astern so the anchor bites.

Why it is correct

Arrive slowly head to wind, let go and go a little astern. The chain then lays out and the anchor digs in.

Why the others are not

  • a) Dangerous.
  • b) Arrive head to wind.
  • c) Arrive slowly.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Head to wind, slow, gently astern.

Where this question comes from

Try it: Knots and lines

Pending instructor review. Machine translation, not reviewed.