Question 4959 Deck General

The correct answer is B) Go astern in ice with extreme care - always with rudder amidships. This is the correct answer because when navigating in ice, it is important to exercise extreme caution when going astern. Keeping the rudder amidships helps maintain control of the vessel and reduces the risk of the stern swinging uncontrollably, which could lead to damage or loss of control. The other options are incorrect: A) Entering ice at medium speeds can increase the risk of impact and damage to the vessel. C) Snow cover on the ice can actually impede a vessel's progress, not assist it. D) Going "full astern" in ice can be dangerous and should be avoided if possible, as it reduces the vessel's maneuverability and control.