A solution to overcome tripping defects is an arrangement of special plates on either side of the flukes, designed to set them in the correct tripping position. These special plates are called __________.

Correct Answer: Option C — palms

Palms are specialized plates affixed to anchor flukes to ensure the anchor bites into the seabed promptly upon dragging, effectively overcoming tripping defects by forcing the flukes downward into the bottom material.