Question 4105 Deck General

The correct answer is C) permit the ship to maneuver in the stream while weighing anchors. When a vessel is Mediterranean moored, the anchors should be dropped well out from the pier to allow the ship to maneuver in the stream while weighing the anchors. This provides the necessary room and clearance for the vessel to safely turn and get underway, without the risk of the anchor chain or vessel coming into contact with the pier. The other options are incorrect because: A) increasing the catenary in the anchor chain is not the primary reason for dropping the anchors far from the pier; B) preventing damage to the stern is not the main purpose; and D) eliminating navigational hazards is not the key factor in this scenario.