When you stream a sea anchor, you should make sure that the holding line is __________.

Correct Answer: Option D — long enough to cause the pull to be more horizontal than downward

Under USCG Deck Safety, SOLAS Chapter III, and 46 CFR regulations, when addressing 'When you stream a sea anchor, you should make sure that the holding line is', the mandated standard is: 'long enough to cause the pull to be more horizontal than downward'.