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En el fondeo:When anchoring:
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Correct answer: a) Choose whenever possible a holding ground of hard mud, muddy sand or hard sand, to help the anchor bite.
Why it is correct
Hard mud and sand are good holding grounds.
Why the others are not
- b) The length depends on depth and weather.
- c) The radius must also include the boat’s length.
- d) You arrive slowly with the bow to the wind.
How to work it out in the exam
- Choose bottoms the anchor can dig into.
Where this question comes from
- Ministerio de Transportes (Madrid) · 2022 · Convocatoria de diciembre · PER Test 1 · question 6 Official paper · Official answer key
- Ministerio de Transportes (Madrid) · 2022 · Convocatoria de diciembre · PER Test 3 · question 5 Official paper · Official answer key
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