Question 2469 Deck General

The correct answer is B) trim the tow by the stern. When towing astern, trimming the tow by the stern helps reduce yawing. This is because the stern-down trim increases the lateral resistance of the tow, making it less likely to yaw or sway from side to side. Trimming the tow by the head (A) or keeping it on an even keel (C) would not provide the same stabilizing effect. Listing the tow (D) may also help, but trimming by the stern is a more direct way to address the yawing issue.