Question 2300 Deck General

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A tug is "in irons" when held in a fixed position by _______________.

A an adverse current
B the weight of its tow, its being anchored, or grounded
C the towing hawser snagged on the bottom
D lack of power or an engine breakdown
AI Explanation

The correct answer is C) the towing hawser snagged on the bottom. A tug is "in irons" when it is held in a fixed position by the towing hawser snagging on the bottom. This situation occurs when the tug's forward motion is impeded by the towing line becoming entangled or caught on the seafloor, preventing the tug from maneuvering. The other options, while potentially causing difficulties for the tug, do not specifically describe the "in irons" condition, which is characterized by the towing line being the source of the tug's inability to move.

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