A.design of the anchor B.weight of the anchor C.scope of the anchor chain D.size of the vessel
A.the amount of line paid out B.how much the vessel sheers while at anchor C.any change in the tautness of the anchor chain D.changes in bearings of fixed objects onshore
A.eliminate navigational hazards by allowing the chain to lie along the harbor bottom B.increase the anchor's reliability by providing a large catenary in the chain C.permit the ship to maneuver in the stream while weighing anchors D.prevent damage to the stern caused by swinging against the pier in the approach