Which statement concerning the navigation of a vessel in ice is FALSE?

Correct Answer: Option B — When anchoring in ice, it is advisable to increase the scope of the chain over what is normally used for non-icing conditions.

When anchoring in ice, increasing the scope of chain is false practice because heavy ice floes can exert excessive lateral loads, leading to dragging or parted cables. Shorter scopes or special ice anchors are preferred to maintain better control and prevent stern damage.