Question 2481 Deck General

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You intend to tow a barge with one tug and expect continuous high winds from the north. To reduce the yaw of your tow, you should _______________.

A reduce the draft of the barge
B trim the barge down by the bow
C shorten one leg of the bridle
D place bulky deck loads as far aft as possible
AI Explanation

The correct answer is C) shorten one leg of the bridle. Shortening one leg of the bridle can help reduce the yaw of the tow in high winds from the north. This allows the tug to better control the barge's heading and prevent excessive swinging or yawing. The unequal length of the bridle legs creates an offset that counteracts the weathering force of the wind on the barge. The other options are not as effective for reducing yaw in this situation. Reducing the barge's draft (A) or trimming it down by the bow (B) would not significantly improve the tug's ability to control the barge's heading. Placing deck loads aft (D) may help, but shortening the bridle is a more direct way to address the yawing issue caused by the high winds.

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