Using a sea anchor with the survival craft will __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — reduce your drift rate
Streamlining a sea anchor from the survival craft creates hydrodynamic resistance, effectively minimizing the leeward drift rate and orienting the bow into the wind and seas for enhanced stability and safety.
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