When taking soundings on a floating MODU, the tape should be lowered and brought back quickly to __________.

Correct Answer: Option C — lessen the effect of roll or pitch on the reading

Under MARPOL, SOLAS, and USCG Marine Engineering Safety regulations, regarding 'When taking soundings on a floating MODU, the tape should be lowered and brought back quickly to', the mandated standard is: 'lessen the effect of roll or pitch on the reading'.